By John Obi
Former Governor of Oyo State, Chief Victor Omololu Sowemimo Olunloyo, has passed away.
He was 89.
News of Olunloyo’s death was confirmed in a statement issued in Ibadan on Sunday morning by Mr Oladapo Ogunwusi, on behalf of the deceased’s family.
Born on April 14,1935,Olunloyo was governor of Oyo State between October 1 and December 31, 1983 on the platform of the defunct National Party of Nigeria (NPN),
The octogenarian died nine days to his 90th birthday.
The statement 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, a mathematician and engineer, and renowned technocrat.
“The Balogun of Oyo and Otun Bobasewa of Ife, 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.
“The Olunloyo family will appreciate the understanding of the press and the public as it commences efforts to give him a befitting burial.”
