Grief has again swept through the media community in Bauchi State following the death of a dedicated cameraman with Channels Television, Mr. Kani Ben, nine days after a tragic road accident involving 13 journalists, Peak Newspaper reports.
The crash occurred as the media team was returning from covering North-East development projects in Yelwan Duguri, located in the Alkaleri Local Government Area.
Peak Newspaper reports that Kani Ben passed away in the early hours of Sunday at about 4 a.m. at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, where he had been receiving intensive medical care. He reportedly underwent surgery for suspected spinal cord injuries sustained in the accident.
Colleagues remember him as a humble, hardworking, and dependable professional who served with Channels Television in Bauchi for about 13 years — his first and only posting with the station. Known for his calm disposition and quiet dedication, he was widely respected as a committed team player who carried out his duties with excellence.
Kani Ben died in the line of duty while serving his organization and the public. He is survived by his wife and two children.
His passing is a painful reminder of the risks journalists face daily in the pursuit of truth and service to society.
