Ada Buhari: Tears, Lamentation As APC Supporter, Social Media Influencer Dies

• The All Progressive Congress mourned social media influencer Ada Buhari, praising her dedication to the party's ideals
• Felix Morka expressed condolences on behalf of the ruling Nigerian party and highlighted her legacy in shaping its message
• Meanwhile, supporters raised questions about Ada Buhari's untimely death and past political endorsements on social media

The ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) has mourned the demise of Chika Jewel Okparaeke, a Nigerian social media influencer and die-hard supporter of the party, who was popularly known as Ada Buhari.

The ruling party described her as 'stoic, courageous, and unwavering' when defending its policies, and saluted her passion, commitment, and boldness in advancing the APC's ideals on social media and other spaces.

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How APC mourned the late Ada Buhari

The APC lamented that the demise of Ada Buhari had created a void, while praising her display of 'uncommon dedication and excellence in her work for the party' and her personal endeavours.

Felix Morka, the spokesperson of the APC, announced the death of the social media influencer in a post on the ruling party's social media handle, with the statement reading in part:

"We extend our deepest condolences to the immediate family of Miss Okparaeke, her loved ones, and the entire APC family. We take solace in the enduring legacies she leaves behind, especially in shaping and amplifying the Party’s core message to Nigerians."

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Nigerians react as Ada Buhari dies

Many APC supporters and sympathisers have joined in the mourning of the social media influencer and strong party supporters. Below are some of their comments:

Leonardo wanted to know the cause of her death:

"What happened to her, please? You spoke a lot of English without telling us what happened to a young, vibrant and unmarried lady like her. She clearly wasn’t old. Did she have an accident? May she rest in peace."

Patrick Ede wondered why she was not given an appointment by the APC administration:

"She was so good at amplifying policies, but never good at being appointed to any position. Rest in peace Oti mkpu ndi APC."

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Iya Amoke recounted her influence on social media:

"Oh. This lady. Such sad news. She was popular on Facebook. May her family find comfort."

Dubem alleged that she had changed her political allegiance before her death:

"Someone said she endorsed Peter Obi and denounced APC before she left. Can someone help confirm this?"

Edwin said the ruling party should have done more to care for her:

"You couldn't move her abroad to hospitals that are used by APC top shots, for proper medical care?"

Charles criticised the APC:

"It's quite unfortunate that she didn't see Nigeria work in her lifetime. I'm sure the APC hospitals disappointed her, whereas the people she supports are very quick to fly overseas for medicals."

See the X post announcing the death of Ada Buhari below:

Tears as 3 APC chieftains die

Legit.ng earlier reported that the Kogi state government had announced the death of three prominent chieftains of the APC, with many Nigerians expressing condolences and some calling for clarity on the circumstances of their deaths.

Kingsley Fanwo, the state's commissioner for information and communication, announced their deaths in a statement on January 12, 2026, with his decision not to mention the circumstances of their deaths leading to speculation.

Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at Legit.ng.

Source: Legit.ng