President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale on Monday, December 11, 2023 has expressed profound sorrow for the demise of renowned NTA Broadcaster, Aisha Bello Mustapha, a stalwart in the Nigerian broadcast media landscape.
President Tinubu conveyed his deepest condolences to the grieving family, friends, and colleagues of the late broadcaster, extending sympathies to the management and staff of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), Africa’s largest television network, as well as the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria.
Aisha Bello, a distinguished newscaster and presenter, dedicated 35 years of her life to NTA, leaving an indelible mark until her retirement in 2022.
President Tinubu, acknowledging her significant contributions, shared, “During her time as the presenter of the flagship ‘NTA Network News at 9,’ Nigerians and viewers around the world looked forward to seeing her smile, warmth, and wisdom as she delivered news that can be trusted objectively.“
The President praised Aisha for her role as a mentor, especially to young women venturing into the broadcasting field.
“She mentored many young women who took to broadcasting, mainly by watching and listening to her eloquence, passion, and integrity on the screen, in the newsroom, and off the screen,” he said.
Reflecting on her legacy, President Tinubu highlighted the rich news archives she leaves behind and her substantial contributions to the development of broadcasting in Nigeria.
He stated that her impact in bringing news to life will serve as an inspiration to generations in the art of broadcasting.
In a concluding statement, President Tinubu offered prayers for the repose of Aisha Bello’s soul, expressing hope for divine comfort for those mourning her loss.
According to BBC Pidgin, Aisha Bello Mustapha died after a brief illness in Abuja. Aisha was a popular face on the local television network in the 1990s and 2000s. The late journalist retired from active service in May 2022, after a 35-year-long career in the broadcast industry.
