Tragedy has struck the Awolowo family with the passing of Olusegun Awolowo Jr., grandson of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, one of Nigeria’s most revered nationalist leaders. The family confirmed his death in a statement on Thursday, describing him as a loyal servant of Nigeria, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and the “constant anchor” of their household.
Olusegun Awolowo Jr., grandson of Nigeria’s late statesman Chief Obafemi Awolowo, has died at the age of 62, a loss described by his family as devastating. He was a prominent lawyer and former Executive Director of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), remembered for his dedication to public service and his role in carrying forward the Awolowo legacy The Guardian Nigeria The Nation Newspaper P.M. News.
Born in 1962, Olusegun Awolowo Jr. carved a distinguished career in law and public service. He served as the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), where he championed Nigeria’s non‑oil export sector and worked to strengthen the country’s economic diversification efforts.
His family’s tribute highlighted his humility, wisdom, and generosity, noting that he lived every day with purpose and a spirit that touched everyone who knew him. “He loved his family. He loved his work. He loved his country. And he lived every day with purpose, humility, and a generous spirit,” the statement read.
The news has been met with widespread grief across Nigeria, with tributes pouring in from political leaders, colleagues, and admirers who recall his steady leadership and commitment to the nation. For many, his death is not only a personal loss to the Awolowo family but also a blow to Nigeria’s intellectual and political heritage.
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Guardian Nigeria – Former NEPC executive, Olusegun Awolowo, dies at 62 The Guardian Nigeria
The Nation – Awolowo’s grandson Olusegun dies at 62 The Nation Newspaper
PM News – Tragedy hits Awolowo’s family as Olusegun Awolowo dies P.M. News
