Ogun: Tears as Prominent Nigerian Journalist Slumps, Dies at TV Station

 


Bukola Agbakaizu, a female broadcast journalist for Ogun State Television (OGTV), died on May 1, while preparing for afternoon duty Agbakaizu’s death was confirmed by Bunmi Adigun, the secretary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council Colleagues of the late journalist described her as a consummate and dedicated employee, saying they were pained by her death.

Abeokuta, Lagos state - Bukola Agbakaizu, an employee of the Ogun State Television (OGTV), Abeokuta, reportedly slumped and died on Monday, May 12. As reported by The Punch on Tuesday, May 13, Agbakaizu passed away while preparing for her afternoon shift at the state-owned television station. 

Ogun broadcaster Agbakaizu dies as colleagues mourn Vanguard also noted the sad demise of the 52-year-old ex-officio of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council. In a statement of condolences signed by Sekinat Salam, the chairperson of Ogun Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Agbakaizu’s death has left them reeling. NAWOJ, who described the late broadcast journalist as a consummate and dedicated employee of OGTV, added that her death was disheartening. The statement reads: "Her [Agbakaizu] compassion towards others, dedication, love, and passion for the pen profession will always be remembered and cherished by all. 

“Though she passed on at the age of 52, her dedication to God and service to humanity will continue to keep her in our memories for a long time to come." In the same vein, NUJ's statement expressed deep sadness over Agbakaizu's passing. The statement, signed by Bunmi Adigun, its secretary in Ogun state, reads in part: “Agbakaizu, a dedicated staff member of Ogun State Television, tragically collapsed while preparing for the afternoon shift, and despite efforts to revive her, she was pronounced dead upon arrival at the Federal Medical Centre. 

“A versatile journalist and a passionate comrade, Bukola served as a former vice-chairman of OGTV Chapel and was an invaluable member of the Wale Olanrewaju-led executive. Her vibrant spirit and commitment to journalism will be sorely missed, leaving an irreplaceable void in our community." He was a former military administrator in Bayelsa State and also held a previous position as the Minister of Special Duties. 

He also served as police affairs minister and minister of state for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). He was said to have slumped and died while playing a game of lawn tennis in Apapa, Lagos state. In a statement signed by his first daughter and first son, Oluwayemisi Akinadewo and Dayo Olubolade, the family explained that he had driven himself to the nearby court and died during a game. 


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