Mr.. Segun Awolowo Jr., a grandson of the former Premier of Western Region. Chief Obafemi Awolowo is dead. He was aged 62.

Announcing his death in a statement on Thursday, the family said: “He was the world’s most phenomenal husband, father and grandfather — steady, wise, endlessly loving, and the constant anchor of our family.

“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 work. 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.”

Born on September 27, 1963, Segun Awolowo, jnr., started his education at the Mayhill Convent School from where he proceeded to Igbobi College, Yaba, Lagos State for his secondary school education. He completed his secondary school education at Government College, Ibadan. On completion of his secondary school education, he proceeded to the Ogun State University (now Olabisi Onabanjo University), Ago Iwoye and graduated with a LLB degree.

He worked with the law firm of Abayomi Sogbesan & Co. and also with the law firm of GOK Ajayi & Co. after his call to bar in December 1989.

He served as a Special Assistant on Traditional Institutions, Legal Due Diligence and Legal Matters in former President Olusegun Obasanjo government, and was later appointed by former President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua as Special Assistant. He worked with the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Abuja as Secretary for Social Development and Secretary of Transport from 2007 to 2011.

Under President Goodluck Jonathan government, he served as Executive Director/CEO of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council.

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun described the death of Olusegun Awolowo Jr., as a deeply profound personal loss.

The governor, in a condolence message, said his death at 62 came as a rude shock. He described Awolowo Jr. as “a gentleman par excellence, a voice of courage, and a consummate public servant,” noting that he received the news “with utter disbelief” and will forever treasure memories of their acquaintance.

According to Abiodun, the deceased was “affable, highly intelligent, and extremely easy-going,” traits which endeared him to many and made his demise even more painful.

He said: “It is extremely hard to process the news that Segun Awolowo Jr. is gone, but we submit unreservedly to the will of the Almighty God, who has called him to His bosom. We are deeply heartbroken, but we take consolation in the exemplary lessons his life taught us, for he was indeed a jolly good fellow.”

The governor noted that although Awolowo Jr. was born two months after the death of his father and was acquainted with grief from childhood, he rose above life’s challenges to become an icon in his own right.

“His earthly sojourn may have been brief, but it was hugely impactful,” the governor stated.

Prince Abiodun commiserated with his wife and children, the entire Awolowo family, and Nigerians at large, praying that God grants them the fortitude to bear the loss.

“May his gentle soul rest in sweet repose,” he added.

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