- Olunloyo passed away few days to his 90th Birthday
- He served as the governor of Oyo State from 1 October 1983 to 31 December 1983, when the military regime of General Muhammadu Buhari took power.
- Victor Omololu Sowemimo Olunloyo was Nigerian Mathematician and and was born on 14 April 1935
Former Oyo State Governor, Dr. Victor Olunloyo, has reportedly passed away, Eko Hot Blog reports.
According to the family’s spokesperson, Oladapo Ogunwusi, the accomplished public figure and leader passed away just a few days before he was set to celebrate his 90th birthday.
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The statement, titled ‘Victor Olunloyo Goes Home,’ paid tribute to the life and legacy of the former governor, who had served his community with dedication and distinction.
It read, “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 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.
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