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Gov. Dapo Abiodun Leads Condolence Visit to Awolowo Family Over Passing of Segun Awolowo Jr.

Ogun State Governor describes Segun Awolowo Jr. as a national asset and a personal friend whose death leaves a deep void.

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has paid a heartfelt condolence visit to the Awolowo family following the painful passing of Mr. Segun Awolowo Jr. The Governor was received by Awolowo’s wife, children, his mother Hajia Abba Folawiyo, and other family members at their Lagos residence.

The atmosphere was deeply emotional as Governor Abiodun offered his sympathies, describing the moment as a reminder of the weight of the family’s loss. He noted that Segun Awolowo Jr.’s passing has touched countless people across the country, especially those who were privileged to know him personally.

Governor Abiodun said the news of Segun’s death was received with heavy hearts within Ogun State and beyond. He described the late statesman as an outstanding gentleman—intelligent, respectful, warm, and unfailingly gracious. According to the Governor, Segun’s legacy of humility and service will remain unforgettable.

He extended condolences to Segun’s immediate family, the entire Awolowo dynasty, friends, associates, and all Nigerians mourning the loss. Governor Abiodun prayed for God to grant Segun Awolowo Jr.’s soul peaceful rest and to comfort everyone he has left behind.

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  • Funmi Adewoju Suleodu

    Olufunmilayo Adewoju Suleodu is a veteran journalist, editor, and publisher with more than three decades of experience in journalism, communications, and public affairs.

    She has worked across news media, magazine publishing, communications, development-sector engagements, and digital journalism. She currently publishes SageBits Online and reports on governance, development, business, education, traditional institutions, and public affairs.

    She is also an elected officer of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun East Independent Chapel, reflecting her continued engagement with the journalism profession and media development.

    Based in Ogun State, she is available for freelance reporting, feature writing, editorial assignments, research, project documentation, and development communications work.

    Detailed professional history and references are available upon request.

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Funmi Adewoju Suleodu

Olufunmilayo Adewoju Suleodu is a veteran journalist, editor, and publisher with more than three decades of experience in journalism, communications, and public affairs. She has worked across news media, magazine publishing, communications, development-sector engagements, and digital journalism. She currently publishes SageBits Online and reports on governance, development, business, education, traditional institutions, and public affairs. She is also an elected officer of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun East Independent Chapel, reflecting her continued engagement with the journalism profession and media development. Based in Ogun State, she is available for freelance reporting, feature writing, editorial assignments, research, project documentation, and development communications work. Detailed professional history and references are available upon request.

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