Radio Kwara Veterans Family has expressed deep sadness and grief over the passing of an icon in the broadcasting industry, Hajia Mairo Eyitayo Mustapha
Late Hajia Mairo Eyitayo Mustapha, a national athlete and former General Manager of the Kwara State Broadcasting Corporation and the Kwara State Television Service, was a disciplined leader and a thoroughbred broadcaster whose mentorship and professional legacy will stand the test of time.
The Convener of the Radio Kwara Veterans Family, Mrs Tina Olaoye, described her as a great mentor and consummate professional whose dedication and passion for broadcasting inspired many people in the media industry.
According to the statement, while serving at the National Orientation Agency, Hajia Mairo also contributed immensely to public enlightenment at various levels.
Her kindness, discipline and enduring legacies will forever be cherished.
On athletics, Hajia Mairo ( nee Jinadu) represented Nigeria in the 100 m, 220 yards and 4× 100 relay at the 1966 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Kingston Jamaica.
She was a woman to be reckoned with in Sporting activities in Nigeria and internationally at a time when few women competed for laurels
On behalf of the entire Veterans Family, the statement extends heartfelt condolences to her husband, Alhaji Usman Mustapha; her immediate family; the management and staff of Radio Kwara and Kwara Television; as well as her friends and colleagues.
It prayed Almighty Allah forgives her shortcomings, grants her Al-Jannah Firdaus, and gives the family the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.
