- Safiu Kehinde
Former Ogun state governor, Gbenga Daniel, has mourned the passing of his former Senior Special Assistant on Government Affairs (Lagos Office), Lola Adefope.
As contained in a statement made available to NPO Reports on Sunday, the London-born sister of the United Bank of Africa (UBA) Foundation’s Managing Director, Bola Atta, passed away recently.
While the cause of her death was undisclosed, Gbenga Daniel, in a heartfelt tribute, expressed deep sorrow over her demise.
He recalled Adefope’s dedication during his administration.
“I received the news of the passing of Lola Adefope with great sadness and pain,
“As Governor, she served as my Special Assistant on Governmental Affairs (Lagos Office), where she proved herself efficient and diligent,
“Her death is a stark reminder of life’s fleeting nature and a great personal loss to me and the nation she served passionately.” He said.
Daniel further prayed for her soul to find eternal rest and for her grieving family to find strength.
Lola, born on 14 September 1962 in London, England, was the daughter of Senator Obafemi Ayantuga and his wife, Ajoke Ayantuga, an accountant.
With a career spanning over three decades in public service, she served as Secretary to the Local Government in Lagos State and later as Senior Special Assistant in Ogun State.
Known for her warmth, infectious laughter, and vibrant personality, she was described as the “life and soul of any gathering.”
A devoted wife and mother, Lola married architect Adebola Adefope in 1992, and their union was blessed with children.
Interment will hold on the 23rd of June, 2025, at Michael and all Angels Flower lane Mill Hill, London by at 1pm.
Celebration of life also follows immediately after at the Hendon Golf club, London.