Veteran broadcaster Anike Agbaje-Williams was buried in Ibadan on Friday, with tributes pouring in from some of those who knew her, including legal icon Wale Babalakin and cleric Solomon Jolayemi.
The funeral service was held at All Saints Church, Jericho.
The memorial was a moment of reflection and celebration as dignitaries from across the country gathered to bid farewell to the media trailblazer.
Delivering a sermon titled “How Prepared Are You to Die Well,” Solomon Jolayemi called on attendees to live with purpose, integrity and eternal perspective.
“The day of death is better than the day of birth,” the cleric declared, reminding the congregation that while life offers opportunities for repentance and change, death marks the final chapter of human existence.
“We are all pilgrims on earth. To die well, one must live well—leaving behind a legacy that reflects a life of impact and integrity,” he added.
Jolayemi described the late Agbaje-Williams as a Christlike woman who lived a purposeful life, leaving a mark on both the church and society at large.
“Agbaje-Williams, while alive, was a devout Christian. She will be missed by not only her immediate family but the entire household of God,” he said.
Speaking on the sidelines of the service, Babalakin recalled fond memories of the late broadcaster and praised her character and professionalism.
“Agbaje-Williams is a mother figure. We lived in the same neighbourhood in Ibadan as far back as 1975. She always inspires us,” he said.
“As a broadcaster, her diction stood her out as an On the Air Personality (OAP),” he added, describing her as diligent and “the best among equals.”
Anike Agbaje-Williams, remembered as Nigeria’s first female television broadcaster, left a legacy that continues to inspire generations of media professionals.
