The Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sadness over the news that revealed the passing of Olusegun Awolowo, the grandson of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo.
The President described Segun Awolowo’s death at 62 as unfortunate and a tragic loss “not only to the Awolowo family, but also to the entire country.”
According to the statement released by his aide, Tinubu noted that the late Segun distinguished himself as a scion of the Awolowo family.
He said, “Segun exemplified the Awolowo pedigree in appearance, character and demeanour. Like his grandfather, he was a lawyer committed to defending truth and justice”, adding that Segun made significant contributions to Nigeria.
“Segun 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 says.
“My sympathy and condolences to his wife and children, the Awolowo family, and his mum, our own 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”, the President concluded.
Segun Awolowo’s passing was formally announced on Thursday in a statement issued by the Awolowo family.
According to the family, “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. 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.”
