The Africa Media Development Foundation (AMDF) says it has received with deep shock and profound sadness the news of the death of Andrew Zangina a dedicated video journalist with Galaxy TV, who passed away after a protracted illness in Kaduna on 25th September, 2026.
Until his death, Andrew was known as a committed, courageous and highly professional Cameraman. His camera brought to life some of the most compelling stories of our time conflict, elections, humanitarian crises, and community development. He was a committed Journalist who believed in the power of images to speak truth to power and to give voice to the voiceless.
A statement by Sekyen Dadik, Executive Director
Africa Media Development Foundation (AMDF)
acknowledges the deceased’s participation in a number of training organized by AMDF and was committed in covering activities of AMDF.
” His death is a huge loss not only to his family and Galaxy TV, but to the organization and the entire journalism community in Nigeria and Africa.
“We extend our deepest condolences to his immediate family, particularly his wife and children, the extended family, the Management and Staff of Galaxy TV, and the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Kaduna State council.
“We pray for strength for his family to bear this irreparable loss and for the repose of his soul.
“He will be greatly missed and his contributions to journalism practice will not be forgotten”, the statement concludes.
