‘Hero and Icon!’ Singer, Teni Mark Dad’s 30th Death Anniversary

Singer and songwriter Teni Apata and her sister Teju are honouring their late father, Brigadier-General Simeon Apata, 30 years after his tragic assassination.

Teni took to Instagram to celebrate her father’s legacy as a hero and icon.

“On this day, Nigeria stood still! My hero was taken from us. Keep resting gallant soldier, Apata!!!. My father, an icon, philanthropist, one of a kind. Your legacy will live forever,” she wrote on Instagram.

Teju, on Instagram shared a post, revealing the details of their father’s murder, including the use of a two-week-old baby as bait.

Teni’s sister Niniola offered words of comfort, encouraging Teju to see their father’s reflection in herself.

Brigadier-General Simeon Apata was a respected military officer who fought against armed robbery.

His lasting legacy includes the Apata Memorial Nursery/Primary and Secondary School, which continues to provide education to students.

“30 years ago you were assassinated in your home in front of your wife and children. In front of your 2 weeks old baby used as bait.. I never got a chance to take a picture with you. But when I spoke to my older sister @officialniniola yesterday said, look in the mirror, every time you see yourself you see him. That one hit deep. Rest in peace Simeon Olaosebikan Apata,” she wrote.