Veteran female journalist, Ngozi Anyaegbunam, is dead

Veteran journalist and author Dr. Ngozi Fidelia Anyaegbunam has sadly passed away at the age of 67.

Her family confirmed her death in a statement signed by her son, Rocky C. Agbese, noting that she passed after a brief illness.

Dr. Anyaegbunam was celebrated for her impactful career in journalism and literature, leaving behind a legacy of insightful storytelling and dedication to her craft.

“With gratitude to God for a life well spent, we announce the untimely death of Dr Ngozi Fidelia Anyaegbunam after a brief illness,” Agbese said.

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He described the deceased as a trailblazing journalist who had editorial stints with Champion Newspaper at its pioneer female editor and later with the Daily Times where she authored the book titled, ‘Waziri Ibrahim: Politics Without Bitterness’.

“Subsequent to these, she became a full-time media management consultant to numerous blue chip companies,” the statement said.

She held the distinction of being a female print media journalist to interview two sitting Nigerian Presidents – Chief Olusegun Obasanjo and Muhammadu Buhari.

The statement further described her as a dedicated and loving mother, grandmother, sister, cousin and friend, noting that, “Auntie Ngozi will be sorely missed by all who came across her and were impacted by her larger than life presence. Rest in Peace till we meet to part no more.”

The statement added that funeral arrangements will be announced by the family.