26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by SamuelOamen: 1:35pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
By Samuel Oamen 2021 has been tough for Nigeria though it is just three months old. Many prominent Nigerians have died of COVID-19 complications while others died as a result of old age.
Here is a list of prominent Nigerians who have died in 2021:
1. Prof. Ibidapo-Obe
Former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and the Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Prof. Oyewusi Ibidapo-Obe died on January 3, 2021.
The Nation learnt he died of COVID-19 complications.
Ibidapo-Obe’s death came as a shock to the academic community as friends and associates described it as regrettable.
2. Mrs. Folake Aremu (Orisabunmi)
Veteran Yoruba actress, Mrs. Folake Aremu popularly called Orisabunmi, died on January 5, 2021.
Her death, which threw the theatre industry into sadness, was confirmed by a family source
The veteran actress, who hailed from Olla in Kwara State, died at 60 in her residence in Ibadan, Oyo State.
Her death came four months after the demise of her ex-husband, Jimoh Aliu popularly called Aworo under whose tutelage she rose to prominence in the film industry.
3. Nsikak Eduok
Air Vice Marshall Nsikak Eduok(retd), a former Chief of Air Staff and one-time Aviation Minister under the military administration of late General Sani Abacha died on Wednesday January 6, 2021 at 74 after a long battle with kidney complications.
Nsikak Eduok worked briefly as studio manager for Voice of Nigeria before enrolling for a probable pilot course at the Nigeria Air Force in 1968.
4. Prof Folabi Olumide
Pioneer Vice Chancellor of the Lagos State University (LASU) Prof. Folabi Olumide died on Friday, January 8, 2021
Announcing the death in statement, the outgoing Vice Chancellor, Prof. Lanre Fagbohun, described it as an irreplaceable loss.
Last year, the LASU Health Centre was renamed the Folabi Olumide Health Centre in his honour.
Olumide died after a brief illness at 81.
5. Jim Lawson Maduike
Nollywood veteran actor, Jim Lawson Maduike died on January 9, 2021.
The Imo-born thespian gave up the ghost after complaining of severe body pains.
He joined the film industry in 2004 where he starred in several films.
6. Col. Aminu Isah Kontagora
Former military administrator of Benue and Kogi, Col. Aminu Isah Kontagora, died of COVID-19 complications on January 10, 2021.
Kontagora, 65, reportedly died at a health facility in Abuja.
He was the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant in 2015.
7. Didi Adodo
The former Edo Commissioner for Establishment, Labour and Special Duties, Comrade Didi Adodo, died on January 12, 2021
The Nation gathered Adodo died after battling with COVID-19 complications for days.
Until his death, he was the General Secretary of the Iron and Steel Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (ISSSAN).
8. Rear Admiral Ndubisi Kanu
Former Military Administrator of Imo and Lagos States, Rear Admiral Ndubisi Kanu died on January 13, 2021
The Nation learnt he died in a hospital after a brief illness.
He was 78.
9. Alhaji Ahmed Hassan Jumare
Former Kaduna Speaker Alhaji Ahmed Hassan Jumare, popularly known as “Branco” died on January 13, 2021.
He died in Kaduna after a brief illness.
Jumare was a member of the PDP and served as the Speaker during the tenure of Mohammed Namadi Sambo.
10. Aare Boluwatife Akin-Olugbade
The Are Ona Kakanfo of Owu Kingdom, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Aare Boluwatife Akin-Olugbade, was reputed to be one of the world’s biggest Rolls-Royce collectors, reportedly died of Covid-19 on January 14, 2021
Dr. Akin-Olugbade, a successful lawyer with a doctorate in Company Law from Cambridge University, owned 10 Rolls Royce cars in his lifetime running into billions. He was 64.
11. Martins Kuye
The former Minister of State for Finance and chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) died on January 17, 2021.
Martins-Kuye, a sociologist and economist, made two bold moves to govern the Gateway State, first on the platform of the United Nigeria Congress Party (UNCP) during the General Sani Abacha regime and later as a candidate on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 1999.
12. Joe Erico
Nigerian football was again thrown into mourning on January 21, after the death news of former senior team goalkeeper and one-time assistant coach of the Super Eagles, Joe Erico was announced.
Family sources said the 71-year-old flamboyant trainer of trainers and respected nurturer of talents complained of body pain and was treated for malaria, only to be found dead in his bed at dawn January 21.
13. Dan Nkoloagu
Nollywood veteran actor Dan Nkoloagu died on January 22, 2021.
His son, Dan Nkoloagu Jnr, announced his death on his Facebook page
Nkoloagu, who died at 83, was popular for playing the role of a native doctor in many Igbo movies.
14. Abdullahi Ibrahim
Abdullahi Ibrahim was a former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abdullahi Ibrahim (SAN).
Ibrahim was the first Senior Advocate of Nigeria from the northern part of the country, who also served as Minister of Education died on Sunday January 24, 2021.
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Jibrin Okutepa, who confirmed Ibrahim’s death in a condolence message, said the deceased celebrated his 84th birthday on January 14.
15. Ernest Asuzu
Veteran Nollywood actor Ernest Asuzu died on evening of Tuesday January 26, 2021
His wife, Jennifer Asuzu, who confirmed the sad incident to The Nation, said he fainted on Tuesday evening and never woke up.
16. Mr. Toju Ejueyitchie
He was the Managing Director, Premier Records limited and Premier Music Publishing Company limited,
According to a statement by the management, Ejueyitchie died on January 29, 2021 after a brief illness.
17. Prince Tony Momoh
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Minister of Information and Culture Prince Tony Momoh died on February 1, 2021.
Momoh was a veteran journalist who served as a Nigerian minister during the military regime of General Ibrahim Babangida between 1986 and 1990.
He was among the founders of the ruling APC.
17. Ossy Prestige
Hon Ossy Prestige was the member representing Aba North and South federal constituency of Abia state in the House of Representatives.
Prestige was confirmed dead on February 8, 2021
The lawmaker, who was serving his second term in the Lower Chamber, was elected on the platform of All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA).
18. Alhaji Lateef Jakande
Former Lagos Governor, Alhaji Lateef Jakande, died on February 11, 2021 at 91.
He was a former journalist who became governor of Lagos State from 1979 to 1983.
He later emerged Minister of Works under the Sani Abacha military regime (1993–98).
19. Dr. Junaid Muhammad
Kano Second Republic lawmaker Dr. Junaid Muhammad died on February 18, 2021 at 73.
The deceased's son, Suleiman, who confirmed his demise, said Junaid died after a brief illness that lasted for three days.
20. Abdullahi Dikko
Former Comptroller-General of Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) Abdullahi Dikko died on February 18, 2021
Dikko was the Comptroller-General of Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) between August 2009 and August 2015.
He left office after President Muhammadu Buhari assumed office.
Abdullahi joined the Customs in 1988. He was born on 11 May 1960 in Musawa town, a Local Government in Katsina State.
21. Pa Chris Ajilo
Veteran musician and producer, Pa Chris Ajilo died on February 20, 2021.
The Nation gathered the ‘Eko O Gba Gbere’ crooner died in his Ijebu -Ijesha hometown after a brief illness.
He was 91.
22. General Ahmed Abdullahi Aboki
He was former Communication Minister and later Social Development, Youth and Sports during President Buhari’s era as the military Head of State.
He later became the Military Administrator of Kwara State from 1987-1988.Abacha in 1993. He died on February 20, 2020
23. Rear Admiral Joe Aikhomu
Former Chief of Naval Administration Rear Admiral Joe Aikhomu (rtd) died on February 25, 2021.
Aikhomu, 65, died allegedly from COVID-19 complications.
The deceased who was younger brother to former military Vice President, Admiral Augustus Aikhomu (rtd), was until his death, chairman of Ocean Marine Solutions (OMS), a company his late brother founded with businessman Captain Hosa Okunbo.
Aikhomu was also a member of the investigative panel on arms procurement between 2007 and 2015 which was set up by President Muhammadu Buhari during his first tenure.
24. Justice Adamu Abdu-Kafarati
Abdu-Kafarati was the immediate past Chief Judge of the Federal High Court. He died on February 25, 2021.
The Nation learnt the jurist died after observing his evening prayer.
He was said to have died in his Abuja home.
25. Dokta Frabz
Popular music producer Ayorinde Faboro, Dokta Frabz died on March 1, 2021.
He reportedly died in the United States of America where he lived in recent years.
26. Alhaji Salihu Tanko
Emir of Kagara in Niger state, Alhaji Salihu Tanko, died on March 2, 2021
Former Kaduna Senator Sen. Shehu Sani confirmed the demise of the Emir via twitter on Tuesday.
Salihu Tanko was appointed as the 16th Chief of Tegina in 1971. https://thenationonlineng.net/26-prominent-nigerians-who-died-in-2021/ 3 Likes 1 Share |
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Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by Anigreat: 1:58pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
Rest in peace great men I believe their ways were please with their creator. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by Nobody: 1:58pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
Your list is useless if the names of the Air Force officers that died in plane crash are not there. 15 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by TeemahBeddings0: 1:58pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
We are still in the first of March |
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Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by slawormiir: 1:59pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
Damnnn niggarrrr May thier soul rest in peace
We were born to die And dead is only the beginning.
The only prayer we be praying as real niggarrs Is for us to smoke enough weed, bang enough pussy, make some dope money, drink enough bottles and seek for little knowledge before we die 4 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by ovieigho(m): 1:59pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
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Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by Laramyy7637: 1:59pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
2021 has been tough for Nigeria though it is just three months old. Many prominent Nigerians have died of COVID-19 complications while others died as a result of old age. |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by oluwaSavage: 1:59pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
Wetin I wan even talk self?
Majority of people wouldn't say what they feel about the dead truly.
RIP anyways... |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by berbs: 2:00pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
It's well. |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by Samnavy: 2:00pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
Rip |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by KEVIND: 2:00pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
"The Fulani's don't grow food, the Indigenous Hausas are the ones affected by this Fulani food blockade from North to South. The Indigenous Hausa farmers are the ones losing millions and largely affected by this blockade." 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by twoMcfemad: 2:00pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
27. Dr. Ọlátunde Aiyedún Agbato. He was the Founder and President, Animal Care Services Konsult (Nig) Ltd. He died 7th January 2021 and was buried January 22nd 2021. 3 Likes |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by 900warriorz: 2:01pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
RIP to the dead.....but for those Northerners on the list that have a hand in the evil occurrences in the North, RI.Pieces. |
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Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by Maxemirate(m): 2:01pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
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Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by Kayberg: 2:01pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
Nairaland space for sale. 1 Like |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by Mozegee: 2:02pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
When one is breathing,that is only time he has to do what is good in his or her life. Nothing is in this world to fight for, Because all na vanity. 1 Like |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by Cachetdotng: 2:02pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
Everybody get expiry date |
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Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by alphaconde(m): 2:02pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
B LIKE STONE MEET ONE OF THEM
RIP |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by The5DME(m): 2:03pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
[s] sapphiere: Oh! What an achievement. Clap for yourself. [/s] |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by Moreoffaith(m): 2:03pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
Frabz... Still in shock hommie gone too soon. May your soul continue to rest in peace |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by Lashist(m): 2:03pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
sapphiere: Your list is useless if the names of the Air Force officers that died in plane crash are not there.
Were they females only?? |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by Racoon(m): 2:03pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
Rest in peace people.God's rest. |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by tit(f): 2:04pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
Allah! Please kill all my enemies. NOW!!!! Send them to Hell too!!! But keep me alive for a thousand years. Amin. 1 Like |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by Slynation(m): 2:05pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
The highlight of this post was "Stone us if we fail after two years" well....!! lemme not say anything |
Re: 26 Prominent Nigerians Who Died In 2021 by MansoryMX(m): 2:05pm On Mar 03, 2021 |
I am not seeing Buhari’s name 2 Likes 2 Shares |