By Glam & Essence
One of Ogun State Television station’s veteran broadcast journalist, Bukola Agbakaizu, has died on Monday,May 13,2025.
According to report,
Agbakaizu,aged 52,reportedly collapsed while preparing for her afternoon shift at the OGTV station in Abeokuta,Ogun State. Though efforts were made to revive her when she slumped,but to no avail,as she was pronounced dead upon arrival at the Federal Medical Centre in the State.
In a statement released on Tuesday night by the Secretary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, Mr. Bunmi Adigun,he confirmed Agbakaizu’s passing,describing her as a dedicated staff member of OGTV.
He also said that Agbakaizu,who was a former Vice Chairman of the OGTV Chapel,was a passionate journalist and a committed media professional,while acknowledging her as a valuable member of the Wale Olanrewaju-led executive of the NUJ while she was the OGTV Chapel vice chairman.
“Her death leaves a painful void in our community,” he added.
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Ogun State Chapter, also expressed deep sorrow over her untimely demise.
The seasoned broadcaster and dedicated professional
also served as an ex-officio member of the NUJ Ogun State Council,making her death a huge loss for the Ogun State media community.
She is survived by two children, her elderly mother, colleagues, and close friends.
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