Tears flow as popular social media influencer and young APC supporter passes away

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.

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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.

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.

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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.” 

Many APC supporters and sympathisers have joined in the mourning of the social media influencer and strong party supporter.

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

ABUJA, FCT

JANUARY 24, 2026

PRESS STATEMENT

APC MOURNS CHIKA JEWEL OKPARAEKE

The All Progressives Congress (APC) is deeply shocked and saddened by the passing of Miss Chika Jewel Okparaeke, a vibrant social media influencer and die-hard supporter of our great Party.… pic.twitter.com/WfQ4IswDAl

— APC Nigeria (@OfficialAPCNg) January 24, 2026