- Safiu Kehinde
A United States-based Nigerian Professor of Anthropology, Lade Adunbi, has mourned the passing of popular Nigerian activist, Abiola Aremu, describing him as one of the most committed and ever-present leaders in activism movement in the country.
NPO Reported that the activist passed away on Sunday after being crushed by a hit-and-run driver around Ota area of Ogun state.
Joining other prominent voices in mourning the late activist, Adunbi, in a heartfelt tribute, expressed his sadness over the tragic passing of Aremu who was popularly known as Aremson.
The university don, who was also a pro-democracy activist and official of the Civil Liberties Organization in the 90s, lauded the late Aremu’s commitment to the cause of democracy and freedom in Nigeria while many of his generation pursued wealth.
“That’s so sad. Nigeria has lost one of the most foremost left strategists. Comrade Aremson is one of the most committed and ever-present leaders in the movement in Nigeria.
“He was such a consistent and inspiring leader for many generations. While many in his generation pursued wealth, he made the cause of democracy and freedom in Nigeria his primary concern.
“History will definitely be kind to him. May all our ancestors who traversed this land and fought for freedom before him and alongside him welcome him with open arms. Adieu Aremson” Adunbi wrote.