By Adejola Adeyemi Crown
Abuja – President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Olusegun Awolowo, the grandson of late sage Chief Obafemi Awolowo, who died at 62.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described the death of Segun Awolowo as “unfortunate and a tragic loss not only to the Awolowo family, but also to the entire country.”
President Tinubu praised the late Awolowo for his dedication and service, noting that he “exemplified the Awolowo pedigree in appearance, character and demeanour. Like his grandfather, he was a lawyer committed to defending truth and justice.”
He highlighted Segun Awolowo’s notable contributions to national development, saying: “He served diligently as the Executive Director of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council from 2013 to 2021, standing as the longest serving executive director of the agency in history.”
The President extended his condolences to the Awolowo family, including the widow and children of the deceased, as well as his mother, Sisi Abah Folawiyo.
“I also commiserate with the governments and people of Ogun State, the entire South-west geopolitical zone, and Nigeria, over this painful loss. May his soul rest in peace,” he added.
