Editor Ghulam Akbar passes away
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 16 February 2022
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Ghulam Akbar, a prominent figure in journalism, has died, leading to expressions of grief from political leaders. His contributions to media and impactful columns were widely recognized.Summary
ISLAMABAD—Editor-in-Chief National Herald Tribune and Al Akhbar, Ghulam Akbar has passed away.
Prime Minister Imran Khan expressed grief and sorrow over the demise.
In a tweet, he said Ghulam Akbar was a media veteran and a man of strong convictions and principles.
In his condolence message, Federal Minister for Information & Broadcasting Fawad Chaudhry also paid tributes to the services of Ghulam Akbar, saying he enjoyed a special place in journalism.
He pointed out that the readers always awaited his column ‘Aaj Ki Baat’ in Al-Akhbar.
Akbar was also a media consultant for the ruling PTI.
Photo: Twitter (@khawajaNNInews)
KEY POINTS:
- Ghulam Akbar was the Editor-in-Chief of National Herald Tribune and Al Akhbar.
- Imran Khan expressed grief over his passing on social media.
- Fawad Chaudhry honored Akbar's legacy in journalism.
- He was known for his column 'Aaj Ki Baat' that resonated with readers.
- Akbar served as a media consultant for the ruling PTI.
