Mrs. Bukola Agbakaizu, a respected female broadcast journalist at Ogun State Television (OGTV) in Abeokuta, tragically collapsed and died on Monday while getting ready for her afternoon shift at the state-owned station.
Her passing was confirmed by Mr. Bunmi Adigun, Secretary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council. Despite immediate efforts to revive her, Agbakaizu was pronounced dead upon arrival at the Federal Medical Centre in Abeokuta.
The statement read: “Agbakaizu, a dedicated staff member of Ogun State Television, tragically collapsed while preparing for afternoon shift, and despite efforts to revive her, she was pronounced dead upon arrival at the Federal Medical Centre.”
Adigun described her as a versatile and passionate journalist.
“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,” he said.
“Her vibrant spirit and commitment to journalism will be sorely missed, leaving an irreplaceable void in our community.”
Agbakaizu, aged 52, was widely regarded as a versatile and passionate journalist whose dedication left a significant impact on her colleagues and the journalism community.
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Ogun State chapter, expressed deep shock at her sudden death. In a statement signed by Chairperson Sekinat Salam, Agbakaizu was described as a consummate professional whose leadership and compassion would be sorely missed.
She is survived by two children, her elderly mother, and numerous friends and colleagues who mourn her loss. Her commitment to journalism and service to humanity will be remembered by all who knew her.
No doubt, the sudden death of Mrs. Agbakaizu has left an irreplaceable void in Ogun’s media landscape.
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