The death has been announced of Princess Grace Adesola Alufa, mother of veteran journalist and publisher, Femi Alufa.
She was aged 75.
In a press statement personally signed by Alufa, an SA to the President and made available to journalists in Ado-Ekiti on Tuesday, the publisher of Ekiti Summit said;
“It is with deep sorrow and gratitude to God for a life well lived that I announce the passing of my beloved mother, Princess Grace Adesola Alufa, who departed this world peacefully on the evening of Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the age of 75.
“Princess Grace Adesola Alufa was a distinguished daughter of royalty — a double princess of Ijero-Ekiti. Her father, Prince Ilesanmi Oke, was a prince of the Ajero Obaleyakin royal line, and her mother was a princess from the Ajero Aderuku Arojojoye I lineage. Her heritage was one of deep cultural pride and noble tradition, which she upheld with grace and humility throughout her life.
“Beyond her royal lineage, my mother was a devoted public servant and compassionate community health worker.She served the Ekiti communities tirelessly in Ijero-Ekiti, Ipoti -Ekiti, Ayetoro -Ekiti, Ilogbo -Ekiti,etc as a Community Health Worker, dedicating 35 years of her life to public health service under the old Ondo State and Ekiti State government.
“Her legacy in healthcare, especially in rural outreach and maternal care, touched countless lives.
“Her passing is a profound loss to our family, the Ijero-Ekiti community, and all who knew her generous spirit, gentle strength, and unwavering dedication to service.
Funeral arrangements will be announced in due course.
“We thank all who have reached out with condolences and support during this time of mourning.
“May her noble soul rest in peace eternally”.
