President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran labour activist and rights campaigner, Comrade Abiodun Aremu, describing him as a steadfast defender of workers’ rights and a tireless advocate for social justice.
Aremu reportedly died on Sunday evening, October 12, 2025, after he was struck by a hit-and-run driver in Ota, Ogun State, around 6 p.m. while crossing the road near his residence. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was confirmed dead.
The 65-year-old activist will be laid to rest on Thursday, October 23, 2025, with interment scheduled to take place at No. 30, Kabiru Fatoye Street, opposite Alaka Field, Ijako Sugar Bus Stop, along Ifo Road on the Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway.
Tinubu Pays Tribute
In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu extended condolences to Aremu’s family, friends, and associates, as well as to the labour and civil society movements across the country.
The President praised Aremu’s lifelong commitment to workers’ empowerment, noting that he “devoted his time, energy, and resources to improving the conditions of the Nigerian working class.”
He also commiserated with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), and other civil society organisations, describing Aremu as “one of their most consistent partners in the struggle for a better life for all.”
“Aremu was a teacher, an organiser, a conscience of the people. He shaped minds and inspired generations of Nigerians on integrity, justice and patriotism.
The nation has lost a selfless patriot and a tireless fighter for the common good,” the President said.
Tinubu further described the late activist as a courageous comrade who remained steadfast in his convictions and unwavering in his defence of the oppressed.
He prayed for the peaceful repose of Aremu’s soul and for strength and comfort for his family and loved ones.
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