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Africa’s First Face On Television, First Voice On Radio, Mrs Anike Agbaje-Williams Dies At 88

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February 27, 2025
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Africa’s First Face On Television, First Voice On Radio, Mrs Anike Agbaje-Williams Dies At 88
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Africa’s first face on Television, Chief (Mrs) Anike Agbaje-Williams is dead.

Mrs Agbaje Williams died
on Wednesday, February 26 2025.

Mrs Banji Sokoya announced her death on behalf of the family in a statement on Wednesday.

Aged 88 years , She passed on peacefully in her Ibadan, Oyo State residence where she lived for most of her life.

Chief (Mrs) Anike Agbaje-Williams (née Kuforiji)) was born on 23rd October 1936.

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She was a well-known name in the media world.

She made history by being the first face to appear on the first Television station in the whole of Africa, the Western Nigerian Television (WNTV) station (located at Agodi, Ibadan) – both on the Test Transmission Night and on the Official Opening Night (Saturday night October 31, 1959).

Hers was also the first voice to be heard on Africa’s First Commercial Radio Station ,WNBS.

She was therefore proclaimed “Double-First”.

She had a glorious career and rose through the ranks until she retired in July 1986 as a well respected producer and director of programs.

The statement said : “Her death is a moment of great sadness for the entire family and her loss would be greatly felt by all those who knew her.

“The family profoundly mourns the passing of a great icon and a much-loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

“The family understands that her loss will be deeply felt throughout the country and also abroad by many people.

“They would be comforted and reassured by the knowledge that she lived a glorious, remarkable and impactful life.

“The family would forever cherish the memories of her great love of broadcasting, her tremendous passion for life and her love for God.

“She inspired lots of fans and mentees through the years and the family appreciates your thoughts and prayers.

“She will remain in our hearts forever.

“During the coming period of mourning, the family would appreciate the space and privacy to mourn her at this difficult time.

“May her soul rest in perfect peace. Funeral Arrangements would be announced later.”
(vitalnewsngr.com)

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