Chief Victor Omololu Olunloyo, the former governor of Oyo State, is dead.
The former governor, Trendscopenews gathered, died in the early hours of Sunday. This came a few days to his 90th birthday.
A statement signed by a former Editor of the Nigerian Tribune, Barr. Oladapo Ogunwusi, confirmed the development.
"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 event.
“The Olunloyo family will appreciate the understanding of the press and the public as they commence efforts to give him a befitting burial.” The statement reads.
In the same vein, Aare Dele Momodu, the Publisher of Ovation International and a close ally of Gbenga Olunloyo, a son of Olunloyo, has taken to his Facebook page to also mourn the transition of the great elder statesman.
He wrote, "Good night our dearest Daddy DR VICTOR OMOLOLU SOWEMIMO OLUNLOYO, former Governor of Oyo State, Engineer, Mathematician, Literati, Historian and Genius at large... We were just planning your forthcoming 90th birthday on April 14, 2025... Rest in Peace Sir."
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