Former Oyo Governor Omololu Olunloyo Dies at 89

He was said to have breathed his last in the early hours of Sunday after battling with old age-related ailments for the last few weeks.

In a statement signed on behalf of the family by Mr Oladapo Ogunwusi, it was stated that the deceased was a source of pride to his family and associates and serve the nation and humanity.

“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.

“Even from everlasting to everlasting, He is God,” the statement read.

Business Post reports that Mr Olunloyo was the Governor of old Oyo State between October and December 1983.