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President Tinubu mourns the passing of Awo's grandson, Segun Awolowo
President Bola Tinubu is deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Olusegun Awolowo, the grandson of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo.
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President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of Segun Awolowo, describing his passing as a tragic loss to the Awolowo family and the nation.
President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow over the death of Olusegun Awolowo, grandson of the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, according to a report from VANGUARD. Awolowo passed away at the age of 62.
Tinubu described the development as an unfortunate and tragic loss “not only to the Awolowo family, but also to the entire country.” He said the late Awolowo upheld the values and legacy of his grandfather through character, intellect and public service.
“Segun exemplified the Awolowo pedigree in appearance, character and demeanour. Like his grandfather, he was a lawyer committed to defending truth and justice,” the President said. He also highlighted Awolowo’s contributions to national development, noting his tenure as Executive Director of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) from 2013 to 2021, where he served as the longest-serving head of the agency.
Tinubu extended his condolences to Awolowo’s immediate family, including his wife, children, and mother, Sisi Abah Folawiyo. He also sympathized with the Awolowo family at large, as well as the governments and people of Ogun State, the South-West region, and Nigerians everywhere.
“My sympathy and condolences to his wife and children, the Awolowo family, and his mum, our own Sisi Abah Folawiyo… May his soul rest in peace,” Tinubu said.