The death of Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga has come as a shock to many in the political class who had a close relationship with her.

Her passing has been described by many as a significant loss to the people of the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency in Ogun State in the House of Representatives.

According to the official X account of the House of Representatives, she died after a brief illness on January 15, 2025, at the age of 59.

As messages of condolence continue to pour in, one name that has been used to describe her is "Ijaya," a Yoruba word meaning "The Fearless One." This nickname was given to her by admirers who recognized her fearless leadership and advocacy.

While the message of condolence continues to pour in, one name that has been used to describe her is "Ijaya", a Yoruba word used to describe an individual who is "The Fearless One". The nickname was bestowed on her by Her admirers bestowed this title upon her in recognition of her fearless approach to leadership and advocacy. The nickname reflects her reputation for courage, resilience, and unwavering commitment to her constituents.

Indeed, that name became synonymous with her that Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun in his statement described her as "a fearless leader, a loyal party member, and a great mobilizer who was instrumental in the advancement of women and the general well-being of her constituents."

Her death was a devastating and sudden loss to the people of Ogun State, according to the governor's statement.

Throughout her career, Onanuga's intellect, passion, humility, and commitment to excellence earned her admiration among her colleagues and constituents.

During her time in the House from 2019 until her untimely demise, she championed several legislative initiatives. Onanuga was known for her dedication to social justice and human rights. She advocated for the establishment of a Federal Ministry of Senior Citizens Affairs to coordinate social protection services for older individuals in Nigeria.

Her legislative efforts focused on improving infrastructure, healthcare, and the overall quality of life for her constituents.

She was married to Mr. Onanuga. Specific details about her husband are limited in public records, as she maintained a level of privacy regarding her family life.

Together, they had children, and she was known to balance her political career with her roles as a wife and mother.