The Taraba State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) is mourning the death of veteran member Jacob Zango, who passed away in Kaduna State after a brief illness.
SWAN Chairman Sani Suleiman highlighted Zango’s significant impact on sports journalism in Nigeria, noting his dedication to ethical reporting and his influential work chronicling the history of Nigerian sports.
Suleiman emphasized the need to honor Zango’s legacy by upholding the standards he set and suggested that the Nigerian government consider immortalizing him. Zango’s contributions have left a lasting mark on the sports community, inspiring future generations of journalists.