Olowolafe Family Announces Passing Of Matriarch Gbemisola

The family of Dr Tunji Olowolafe has announced the death of Mrs Gbemisola Olutayo Olowolafe, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and matriarch, who passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, after a brief illness. She was 63 years old.

In a heartfelt statement issued yesterday in Abuja on behalf of the family, Mrs Olanike Anani described the late Mrs Olowolafe as a woman of grace, compassion, and steadfast faith who dedicated her life to uplifting those around her.

“Her warmth, kindness, and quiet generosity touched countless lives, and her legacy of service and love will endure for generations to come,” she said.

The family expressed deep gratitude for the overwhelming support, prayers, and condolences from friends and well-wishers worldwide.

They also appealed for privacy as they came to terms with their loss and made plans to honour her memory.

Further details regarding funeral arrangements and memorial services will be communicated in due course.

“Dr. Tunji Olowolafe is a foremost Nigerian industrialist, businessman, and philanthropist. Originally trained as a medical doctor, he has built a distinguished career as a corporate leader with successful ventures across public infrastructure development, manufacturing, healthcare, technology, and education. He is the Chairman and co-founder of Deux Project, a leading infrastructure development company with a national footprint, established in 1987. Dr. Olowolafe also serves as the Chancellor of Ekiti State University (EKSU).

“Beyond these roles, Dr Olowolafe holds several high-profile non-executive directorships, including at West Power & Gas, the primary stakeholder of Eko Electricity Distribution Company (Eko Disco); Infracorp Nigeria, a $15 billion infrastructure investment platform established by the Central Bank of Nigeria, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), and Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA); and uLesson, one of Nigeria’s top edtech companies. His career has also included leadership roles at Lekki Concession Company (LCC) and GZI Industries. In 2024, he founded the Tunji Olowolafe Foundation, which is dedicated to advancing education, promoting modern agricultural practices, and developing technology skills in underserved communities across Nigeria. May her soul rest in peace. Amen,” she added.