In the early hours of today, the news of the death of veteran NTA broadcaster Aisha Bello Mustapha broke the internet.
Following the news, Nigerians on major social media platforms described Aisha as a professional and model broadcaster.
“Rest in peace Aisha Bello. One of the most striking and recognizable faces on the NTA News back in the day. Such class. Such professionalism. May God comfort your family and loved ones 🕊️🕊️🙏🏾💔”
CFC_MC says, “AISHA BELLO, I can remember her during NTA days along with Chris Sober. . May her soul rest in peace. So sad rn.
@sweettreats_byprincess on Instagram expressed in shock, “Omg…She made me want to be a newscaster in the early 90s. May her soul RIP.”
Supreme on Facebook said: “Rest in peace the best newscaster we have since in a decade.”
ijeoma okereke @ijwavesmee: “O dear ! I still remember her as a child. Not only was her voice golden , but she was exceptionally beautiful . Rest on Ma”
The news of her demise was made public by her family in a statement that reads:
“Innalilahi wa inna Alaihin Rajiun. May Allah forgive our Mother Hajia Aishat Bello Mustapha.
“Mama indeed you are a very kind-hearted person. We will miss you and hope you are enjoying Rahma. Funeral Prayer to be held in central mosque Abuja 1 pm on Monday, 11th December 2023.”
Aisha Bello was a former General Manager of NTA Parliament and a prominent newscaster on NTA Network between the 90s and 20s. Her career spanned 35 years before she retired from active service in May 2022.
