Tribute to Comrade Abiodun “Aremson” Aremu



The 9th National Administrative Committee (NAC) of the United Action for Democracy (UAD) mourns the passing of our comrade, mentor, and revolutionary leader, Comrade Abiodun “Aremson” Aremu: a tireless fighter for justice, people’s power, and human liberation.

Comrade Aremson’s life was wholly devoted to the struggle for a free, democratic, and socially just Nigeria. His sudden death in a hit-and-run incident on Sunday, 12 October 2025, in Ota, Ogun State, has left a painful void in the ranks of the labour, pro-democracy, and civil society movements, both within and beyond Nigeria.

As a former Convener of the UAD, Comrade Aremu embodied the values of courage, clarity, and commitment. From the days of the Campaign for Democracy (CD) through the struggles of the Joint Action Front (JAF) and the Labour–Civil Society Coalition (LASCO), he stood firm on the side of the oppressed, never compromising on principles.

Through his leadership in the Amílcar Cabral Ideological School (ACIS-M) and the Kolagbodi Memorial Foundation, he worked tirelessly to raise political consciousness, train young activists, and strengthen the ideological foundations of people’s movements. His Pan-African and international solidarity work — including his deep engagement with the Cuban revolution — reflected his belief that the struggle for emancipation knows no borders.

The 9th NAC of UAD therefore:

1. Condemns and demands a transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding his tragic death;

2. Calls for the preservation and continuation of his ideological legacy through ongoing cadre education and grassroots mobilisation; and

3. Reaffirms its commitment to unity among progressive and democratic forces, in line with Comrade Aremu’s lifelong vision of people’s sovereignty and social transformation.

Comrade Abiodun “Aremson” Aremu lived and died as a revolutionary. His ideas, sacrifices, and example remain a living inspiration to all who believe that another Nigeria — and another world — is possible.

Forward Ever! Backward Never!
Aluta Continua! Victoria Ascerta!

Signed:

Comrade Baba Aye
National Convener 
9th National Administrative Committee (UAD)

Comrade Zulu Ofoelue
General Secretary
9th National Administrative Committee (UAD)

Issued by the 9th National Administrative Committee (NAC) of the United Action for Democracy (UAD)

Date: 13 October 2025 

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