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JUST IN: Ex Oyo Governor Dies

Renowned Nigerian scholar, politician, and former Governor of Oyo State, Omololu Olunloyo, has passed away few days to his 90th birthday.

The news of his demise was confirmed in a statement signed by Barrister Oladapo Ogunwusi, on behalf of the family.

The nonagenarian, who was also Balogun of Oyo and Otun Bobasewa of Ife, died in the early hours of Sunday.

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The statement reads, “With a heavy heart but gratitude to the Almighty, we announce the passing into glory of Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, former governor of Oyo State, mathematician and engineer and renowned technocrat, a few days before his 90th birthday.

“The Balogun of Oyo and Otun Bobasewa of Ife, Dr. Olunloyo, was the first Rector, Ibadan Polytechnic and first Rector, Kwara State Polytechnic, among other notable appointments. His long record of service to the nation and humanity is a source of pride to his family and associates, even as we come to grip with this devastating.

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“The Olunloyo family will appreciate the understanding of the press and the public as they commence efforts to give him a befitting burial.”

 

Details later.



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