The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has expressed its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Mr Yakubu Mohammed, a renowned journalist and co-founder of Newswatch magazine, who passed away at the age of 75.

GOCOP described Mohammed's passing as a significant loss to the media community and the nation at large.

"Mohammed's contributions to Nigerian journalism are immeasurable. As a pioneer of investigative journalism in Nigeria, he made an indelible mark on the country's media landscape. His commitment to truth, integrity, and excellence in journalism is an inspiration to many young journalists. Through his writing, he demonstrated a remarkable ability to craft compelling stories that captured the essence of Nigeria's complex socio-political landscape.

"As a co-founder of Newswatch magazine, Mohammed played a pivotal role in shaping the narrative of Nigerian journalism. His writing was marked by depth, insight, and a commitment to fact-based reporting. He was a mentor, a role model, and a guiding light to many young journalists who sought to make a difference in the world through their craft," GOCOP said in a statement by the president, Mr Danlami Nmodu, mni and the general secretary, Mr Sufuyan Ojeifo.

In the statement, they prayed that God grants the family and friends of the deceased the strength to bear the loss and that the soul of Mohammed rests in peace.

They celebrated his life, his work, and his legacy, and prayed that his contributions to Nigerian journalism will continue to inspire and guide future generations of journalists.

"As the media fraternity mourns the passing of Yakubu Mohammed, we also celebrate his life and legacy. His impact on Nigerian journalism will be felt for generations to come. May his soul rest in peace," the statement read.