Lagos APC Mourns Sudden Death of Assistant Spokesperson After Election Victory
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has expressed profound shock and deep sorrow over the sudden death of Karamo Yesiro, its newly-elected assistant publicity secretary. His passing occurred barely 24 hours after his re-election at the Lagos State APC Congress held at Onikan Stadium on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Unexpected Demise Amid Political Celebrations
As reported by Premium Times on Thursday, March 5, Yesiro's death came at a time when he was celebrating his electoral success. The APC had just re-elected its chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi, along with Yesiro and other members of the State Executive Committee for a fresh four-year term in a consensus arrangement, with delegates affirming the executive amid applause at the congress venue.
Yesiro was expected to be part of the newly elected Lagos State APC executives, set to be inaugurated at the party's secretariat on Thursday, March 5, 2026. In a statement issued by the party's official spokesperson, Seye Oladejo, the APC described Yesiro's unexpected demise as a painful and tragic loss, noting that he died shortly after being entrusted with the responsibility of serving in the State Executive Council.
Tributes from the Party Leadership
The statement from Oladejo read: "The Lagos State Chapter of the APC received with profound shock and deep sorrow the news of the sudden demise of our newly elected Assistant Publicity Secretary, Hon. Karamo Yesiro. Yesiro's death came at a time when his energy, commitment and passion for progressive politics were most needed." It added that his enthusiasm, humility, and readiness to serve left a lasting impression on colleagues and members alike, and he was a vibrant party man whose contributions to the growth and stability of the APC in Lagos State will not be forgotten.
Background on APC Congresses and Political Context
The APC congresses were held across several states in Nigeria on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Following this, the ruling party directed that Ward, Local Government, and State Executive Committees elected at the 2026 congresses should be inaugurated in accordance with the relevant provisions of the party's constitution. Ahead of the 2027 elections, several state chapters have endorsed President Bola Tinubu for the party's presidential ticket, even before campaigns officially began.
This tragic event follows another recent loss in Lagos politics, as earlier reported, where Oluwakemi Rufai, councillor representing Ward C1 in Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area, died two weeks after taking the oath of office following a brief illness. Rufai was the only woman in the Ibeju-Lekki legislative council and part of newly elected council officials sworn in by the LGA chairman, Abdullahi Olowo.
The APC continues to navigate these challenges as it prepares for future electoral activities, with Yesiro's death casting a shadow over what was meant to be a period of celebration and renewal for the party in Lagos State.
