President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran labour leader and human rights advocate, Comrade Abiodun Aremu, describing him as a fearless champion of workers’ rights and social justice.
Aremu reportedly died on Sunday evening, October 12, 2025, after being hit by a speeding vehicle in Ota, Ogun State, while crossing the road near his home. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after.
According to a statement released on Monday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu extended his condolences to Aremu’s family, friends, and the wider labour and civil society community.
He praised the late activist for dedicating his life to improving the welfare of Nigerian workers, saying Aremu remained consistent in his pursuit of fairness, equity, and dignity for all.
The President also commiserated with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), and other civil society groups, noting that Aremu was “a reliable partner in the struggle for a just and prosperous nation.”
“Aremu was a teacher, an organiser, and a conscience of the people. He inspired generations with his unwavering integrity, patriotism, and commitment to justice,” Tinubu said.
He described Aremu’s passing as a great loss to the nation, hailing him as a selfless and courageous patriot who stood firm in defence of the oppressed.
The 65-year-old activist will be laid to rest on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at his residence, No. 30 Kabiru Fatoye Street, opposite Alaka Field, Ijako Sugar Bus Stop, along Ifo Road on the Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway.
President Tinubu prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul and for divine comfort for his family and loved ones.
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