Hon. Funmilayo Efuwape (FAECO) Grieves Over Passing Of APC Southwest Women Leader, Chief Mrs. Shakirat Adesanya (Yeye Abiyamo)

Hon. (Mrs.) Funmilayo Efuwape, widely known as FAECO and the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the House of Representatives representing Sagamu/Ikenne/Remo North Federal Constituency in the 2027 elections, has expressed profound sorrow over the death of Chief Mrs. Shakirat Yetunde Adesanya, the APC Southwest Women Leader.
Chief Mrs. Adesanya, popularly referred to as Yeye Abiyamo, passed away at the age of 63, leaving a void in the political and social fabric of the region. Her demise has elicited an outpouring of grief from colleagues, supporters, and community leaders who lauded her decades of service and unwavering dedication to the advancement of women in politics.
In a heartfelt condolence statement issued from her media office, Hon. Efuwape described the late matriarch as a pillar of strength, a mentor to countless women, and a tireless advocate for grassroots development. “Yeye Abiyamo was more than a party leader; she was a mother, a visionary, and a formidable force for unity within the APC family. Her wisdom, grace, and relentless pursuit of equity for women will forever echo in our hearts,” Efuwape said.
The APC candidate further noted that Chief Mrs. Adesanya’s legacy of bridging generational gaps and fostering inclusive political participation would serve as an enduring inspiration, calling on all party stalwarts to honor Yeye Abiyamo’s memory by upholding the values of service, resilience, and communal solidarity that she embodied.. “We have lost a rare gem, but her spirit lives on in every woman she empowered and every life she touched. I pray for strength for her family, the Southwest women’s wing, and our great party as we navigate this profound loss,” she added.
Yeye Abiyamo lived a life of impact, service, and dedication to the people. Her contributions to the growth of our party and the empowerment of women will never be forgotten. May her noble soul rest in perfect peace,” she concluded.



