The Onabanjo family has announced the passing of Chief (Mrs.) Lucia Onabowale Onabanjo, widow of the first civilian Governor of Ogun State, the late Chief Victor Olabisi Onabanjo.

Chief (Mrs.) Onabanjo, aged 101, was called to glory on Monday, 11 January 2026. In a statement released today, the family expressed their “deep sorrow, yet profound gratitude to Almighty God” for her long and impactful life.

Born in 1925, she was revered as a matriarch and leaves behind a rich legacy as a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. The family described her life as one marked by an “enduring legacy of love, strength, and faith,” thanking God for her fulfilled years.

She served as First Lady of Ogun State from 1979 to 1983 during her husband’s tenure, and was a foundational figure in the state’s early democratic history, as well as a constant pillar of support to the former governor.

The family has requested prayers and respect for their privacy during this period of mourning. Funeral arrangements will be announced in due course.

May her soul rest in perfect peace.