The Online Media Practitioners Association of Nigeria (OMPAN) has regret sudden death of renowned journalist and entertainment writer, Chuks Nwanne of The Guardian Newspaper.
Nwanne, a native of Ogbunike in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State, was a respected media practitioner whose career was marked by professionalism, creativity and remarkable input to entertainment, lifestyle, tourism and community development journalism.
He joined The Guardian Newspaper in 2008 as an entertainment reporter and subsequently rose through several editorial positions, including Editorial Assistant of The Guardian Life Magazine, Assistant Editor, Entertainment and Lifestyle, Saturday Editor and General Manager of The Guardian's Abuja operations.
He was particularly recognised for his extensive coverage of Nigeria's entertainment and tourism industries and for his efforts to promote cultural heritage. Beyond journalism, he was the Founder and Creative Director of the Ogbunike Cave Carnival, a three-day cultural festival established to promote the famous Ogbunike Cave and showcase the rich cultural heritage of Ogbunike.
Nwanne studied Mass Communication at the Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu, and later obtained a Master's degree in Communication Studies from Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, Lagos. He also participated in several professional training programmes and conferences in Nigeria and abroad.
OMPAN described Nwanne's death as a painful loss to the Nigerian media, entertainment and tourism industries, as well as to his home community of Ogbunike.
The association said his dedication to journalism, his passion for entertainment and tourism reporting, and his commitment to promoting Ogbunike's cultural heritage would remain part of his enduring legacy.
OMPAN extends its heartfelt condolences to the Nwanne family, The Guardian Newspaper, his colleagues, friends, associates and the people of Ogbunike.
The association prayed for strength and comfort for his family and loved ones during this difficult period.
Signed:
Mr. Emeh James Anyalekwa
President, OMPAN
Hon. Nwachukwu Mike Chinasa
Chairman, OMPAN, Anambra State Chapter
Hon. Fidelis Kene Chiekezie
Vice Chairman, OMPAN, Anambra State
Barr. Happiness Chikezirim Mobis
Secretary, OMPAN, Anambra State
