Prince Hakeem Adelani Adeniji-Adele, the President of De Renaissance Patriots, a socio-cultural group for indigenes of Lagos State, is dead. He was 66.
Adeniji-Adele died in the early hours of Friday, 2 August 2024.
This was disclosed in a signed statement by the Secretary of the group, Mr. Yomi Tokosi, who signed for the Media Office of De Renaissance Patriots Foundation.
He expressed sorrow over Adeniji-Adele’s passing, noting that his commitment, ingenuity, and leadership would be greatly missed.
He added that Prince Adeniji-Adele would be remembered for his advocacy for the rights of Lagos State natives, who have been deprived of their rights as landowners and indigenes since the return of democracy in 1999.
“With heavy hearts, I announce the tragic loss of our President, Prince Adelani Gbogboade Adeniji-Adele.
“We lost him early this morning to the cold hands of death.
“His dedication, resourcefulness, and leadership will be sorely missed. Details will be made available later by the royal family.
“Prince Adeniji-Adele will be remembered for his fight for the rights of Lagos State natives, who have been deprived of their rights as landowners and indigenes of Lagos State since the return of democracy in 1999,” Tokosi said.
Meanwhile, Maj-Gen Tajudeen Olanrewaju, Alternate BOT Chairman and former Minister of Communications, mourned the loss of De Renaissance Patriots’ President, stating that Adeniji-Adele’s departure is a significant loss for Lagos State.
“Lagos State has lost a prominent son, Prince Adelani Adeniji-Adele, a Prince of the Royal House of Lagos.
“Prince Adelani was a cerebral historian, a thoroughbred Lagosian, and a strong advocate in the struggle to reclaim Lagos State for the ÌBILE indigenes.
“His death will leave a significant void in the quest for indigenous participation in the governance of the state. He was at the forefront, leading the way as the president of De Renaissance Patriots Foundation.
In his role as our president, he was responsible, resolute, and committed, serving with energy, integrity, and dedication to our cultural organization’s goals,” Olanrewaju stated.
“We pray for the repose of his soul. Rest in peace, our prince and leader,” he prayed.
