Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has expressed his sadness over the death of former governor Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, characterizing it as the loss of a highly intelligent and capable leader for Nigeria.
In a statement released on Sunday, Governor Makinde conveyed his deep sympathy to the Olunloyo family, the people of Ibadan, and the entire Oyo State.
He noted the particular poignancy of the renowned mathematician and elder statesman passing away just before his 90th birthday.
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He said: “On behalf of the Government and the good People of Oyo State, I express my heartfelt condolences to the family of Dr Omololu Olunloyo, the people of Ibadanland and Oyo State on the demise of the former governor.
“In Dr Olunloyo, we have lost another icon. This time, we lost a highly cerebral and patriotic leader, who served our great state at its early stages.
“This death hits differently because I was looking forward to Baba’s 90th birthday, which would have come up on April 14th.
“However, we have to submit to the will of God, who gives and takes lives as He wills.
“My joy is that our government immortalised and honoured Pa Olunloyo in his life time and he was present to witness it, as we named the Ibadan Airport Road and the Leisure Park on the axis after him in recognition of his service to the state.
“May the Lord grant repose to his soul and give his family the fortitude to bear his demise.”
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