The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is in mourning following the death of Dr. Oluwafemi Olawale Adefulire, the only son of former Deputy Governor Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire. The tragedy occurred in the early hours of Wednesday in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, after he underwent a surgical procedure. Dr. Adefulire, who was based in the United Kingdom, is survived by his wife and children.
A family source confirmed the development, describing it as a devastating loss for both the family and the wider political community in Lagos. Reacting on Thursday, APC Publicity Secretary Seye Oladejo expressed shock over the death, noting the party’s deep sorrow. “It’s sadly true, the kind of tragedy every parent dreads. The APC is heartbroken. Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire is an exceptionally good person, and the entire party structure has been thrown into mourning by this huge tragedy. May his precious soul rest in peace,” Oladejo said.
Princess Orelope-Adefulire, a prominent figure in Lagos politics, served as Deputy Governor from 2011 to 2015 under former Governor Babatunde Fashola. She currently serves as Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a role she previously held under former President Muhammadu Buhari before being reappointed in September 2023.
A seasoned administrator and social worker, the 65-year-old princess has held public office for over two decades, including eight years as Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. She is also a key political leader in Lagos, serving as the APC Political Apex Leader of the Alimosho Federal Constituency and as a member of the Lagos State Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC).
As of press time, the family had not yet released details of the burial arrangements.