By Olawale Lamina
Olusegun Awolowo, the grandson of Obafemi Awolowo, (Nigeria’s late sage and Premier of the old Western Region), who was the former Executive Director of Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) is dead. He was 62.
The Nation newspaper reported that the family, in a statement, confirmed the loss.
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The statement reads: “With extremely heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather- Olusegun Awolowo.
“He was the world’s most phenomenal husband, father and grandfather — steady, wise, endlessly loving, and the constant anchor of our family.
A painfully loyal servant to Nigeria, he dedicated his life to the service of his country with vision, integrity, passion, and unwavering commitment. He was a true family man, a great friend, a wonderful servant of God, and a deeply beautiful human being.
“He loved his family.
“He loved his country.
“And he lived every day with purpose, humility, and a generous spirit that touched everyone who knew him.
“We are shattered by this loss, but forever grateful for his life, his legacy, and the love he poured into all of us. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.”
He was the only son of Hajiya Zainab Abah Folawiyo, popularly known as Sisi Abah Folawiyo, the renowned fashion icon and widow of the late billionaire philanthropist Chief Wahab Iyanda Folawiyo.
He died at the age of 62 years.
His family announced his passing in a statement on Thursday, marking the end of a life deeply rooted in public service, patriotism and an enduring commitment to the Awolowo legacy.
The family described Awolowo as an exceptional statesman, a devoted family man and a selfless servant of Nigeria whose influence extended far beyond his official roles.
“With extremely heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Olusegun Awolowo,” the statement read.
They hailed him as “the world’s most phenomenal husband, father and grandfather — steady, wise, endlessly loving, and the constant anchor of our family.”
According to the statement, Awolowo dedicated his entire life to the service of Nigeria with “vision, integrity, passion, and unwavering commitment.”
He was remembered as a “true family man, a great friend, a wonderful servant of God, and a deeply beautiful human being,” whose generosity and humility left lasting impressions on everyone who knew him.
“He loved his family. He loved his work. He loved his country,” the statement continued. “And he lived every day with purpose, humility, and a generous spirit that touched everyone who knew him.”
The family said they are devastated by the loss but remain grateful for his impactful life and the legacy he leaves behind. “May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace,” they added.
The exact cause of his death is yet to be disclosed by the family, as at the time of filing this report.
The family also announced that condolences will be received at his residence daily between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
The deceased was a Nigerian lawyer, he was the executive director of Nigerian Export Promotion Council from 2013 to 2021. He was the grandson of Nigerian nationalist, socialist and statesman, Chief Obafemi Awolowo.
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