The Nigerian Association of Social and Resourceful Editors (NASRE) has as soon as once more demonstrated compassion and solidarity by reaching out to the household of the late veteran leisure journalist, Peter Thomas, popularly generally known as The Groove Master, who handed away on November 25, 2021.
Moved by experiences of the household’s present hardship, particularly points referring to lodging and fundamental welfare, NASRE administrators led by Mr. Adetu Adebayo visited the widow and kids of the deceased within the Ajuwon space of Ogun State. On behalf of NASRE President, Comrade Femi Oyewale, NASRE delegates introduced a money donation to assist the household’s fast wants.
During the go to, Adetu described the late Peter Thomas as a revered media determine who made exceptional contributions to the Nigerian leisure business by way of journalism and publicity.
“Peter Thomas was more than a journalist; he was a movement. He gave a platform to countless entertainers and shaped the careers of many of Nigeria’s top musicians. His legacy lives on in the successes of those he supported selflessly,” Adetu stated.
Peter Thomas labored with notable publications equivalent to Fame Magazine, Global Excellence, ThisDay and The Punch. He was broadly thought to be a trailblazer in leisure journalism and performed a key function within the careers of stars like Don Jazzy and D’Banj (Mo’Hits Crew), P-Square, K1 De Ultimate, Pasuma, Atawewe, KCee, Atorise and Presh, Yinka Best, amongst many others, both by way of impactful write-ups or direct publicity efforts.
In an emotional attraction, Mr. Adetu referred to as on these celebrities, in addition to company our bodies and kind-hearted Nigerians, to rally across the household of their time of want.
“We are appealing to the likes of Don Jazzy, D’Banj, P-Square, K1 De Ultimate, Pasuma, and others who, in one way or another, benefitted from Peter Thomas’ golden pen to step in and support his family. This is the time to give back,” he urged.
He additionally relayed a message from NASRE President, Comrade Femi Oyewale, who referred to as on private and non-private establishments to collaborate with the NASRE Media Foundation in supporting journalists dealing with powerful life circumstances.
“I call on corporate organizations, public and private institutions, and well-meaning individuals to team up with the NASRE Media Foundation to support journalists who are struggling, in order to ease the suffering that often comes with the job,” Oyewale stated.
Peter Thomas died after a protracted well being battle. He was identified with perforated intestines and underwent two main surgical procedures earlier than passing. He is survived by his spouse and 4 youngsters, three women and one boy.
Fighting again tears, his widow revealed that the household has been struggling to outlive and is now being requested to vacate their present house. She expressed deep gratitude to NASRE for his or her constant assist, recalling that this was not the primary time the affiliation had come to her assist.
“I honestly don’t know how to thank NASRE. This is not the first time they’ve shown up for us. It means the world to know that people still remember my husband and care about our wellbeing,” she stated.
She described NASRE as “a group of truly humane editors” who’ve restored some hope to her household throughout these attempting occasions.
Among the NASRE delegates on the go to had been Mr. Obarotimi Oluwanbunmi, Mr. Obadimu Adeyemi, and Mr. Owodunni Lateef, all administrators of the affiliation, who accompanied Mr. Adetu Adebayo to specific solidarity and compassion to the household of the late journalist.
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