Amanze Chinonye
President Tinubu and Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, have expressed deep sorrow over the death of Chief Segun Awolowo Jr., grandson of the late nationalist and statesman, Chief Obafemi Awolowo. He died at the age of 62.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described the death of the former Executive Director of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) as “a tragic loss not only to the Awolowo family, but to the entire country.”
The President praised Awolowo as a distinguished bearer of the Awolowo legacy, noting that he mirrored his grandfather’s values in character, discipline, and public service. He recalled that Segun Awolowo, a lawyer, served the nation diligently, particularly during his tenure at NEPC from 2013 to 2021, where he became the longest-serving head of the agency.
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Tinubu extended condolences to his widow, children, his mother Sisi Abah Folawiyo, as well as the people and governments of Ogun State and the South-West region. “May his soul rest in peace,” he said.
Similarly, Governor Dapo Abiodun, in a tribute on Thursday, said the news of Awolowo’s passing was received with “deep shock and heavy hearts,” describing him as a fine, intelligent and warm gentleman whose life embodied integrity and service.
Abiodun highlighted Awolowo’s contributions across various administrations, including his work under former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, and noted his election as President of ECOWAS Trade Promotion Organisations as evidence of his continental stature.
“Even though his journey was brief, it was undeniably impactful,” the governor said, offering condolences to the Awolowo family and Nigerians at large.
Segun Awolowo’s passing marks the end of a career widely regarded as committed, principled and nationally impactful.
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