RATTAWU Kano Mourns Media Icon Adamu Ibrahim Getso, Describes His Death as a Monumental Loss to Broadcasting
By Maikudi Muhammad Marafa
The Kano State Council of the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU) has expressed profound grief over the passing of veteran broadcaster and former Director-General of Abubakar Rimi Television (ARTV), Alhaji Adamu Ibrahim Getso, describing his death as a great loss to the media industry, Kano State, and Nigeria at large.
In a demonstration of solidarity and respect for the late media icon, the Chairman of RATTAWU Kano State Council, Comrade Babangida Mahmouda Biyamusu, led a high-powered delegation of the union’s State Executive Council members on a condolence visit to the family of the deceased.
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According to a condolence message signed by RATTAWU Kano State Public Relations Officer, Mustapha Idris Yola, Comrade Biyamusu paid tribute to the remarkable life and service of Alhaji Adamu Ibrahim Getso, noting that he dedicated over three decades to public service, information dissemination, mentorship, and the advancement of professional journalism and broadcasting.
The union chairman stated that the late broadcaster’s legacy of professionalism, integrity, dedication, and excellence would continue to serve as a source of inspiration for current and future generations of journalists and media practitioners. He emphasized that Getso’s contributions significantly shaped the growth and development of broadcasting in Kano State and beyond.
“On behalf of RATTAWU Kano State Council, we extend our heartfelt condolences to the immediate family of the late Alhaji Adamu Ibrahim Getso, the Kano State Government, the management and staff of ARTV and Radio Kano, his friends, associates, and the entire people of Kano State over this irreparable loss,” Comrade Biyamusu said.
He further assured that RATTAWU would continue to cherish and preserve the memories and contributions of the late media veteran, whose commitment to excellence left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s broadcasting landscape.
The union prayed to Almighty Allah (SWT) to forgive the shortcomings of the deceased, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus, and provide his family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones with the strength and fortitude to bear the painful loss.
Signed:
Mustapha Idris Yola
Public Relations Officer (PRO)
RATTAWU Kano State Council
