pannigeriannews 
Another loss has struck the Oyo State political class as a former governor of the state, Chief (Dr.) Victor Omololu Olunloyo, died in the early hours of Sunday.
Just last week, a former governorship candidate in the state and former deputy national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, died in Ibadan, Oyo State capital.
A statement by his family in the early hours of Sunday says he died a few days to his 90th birthday.
The statement, entitled ‘Victor Olunloyo goes home’ was signed by Oladapo Ogunwusi on behalf of the family.
“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, Ilorin, 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 read.
In April 2024, his death was reported by some news platforms.
However, addressing newsmen at his Molete residence in Ibadan, he debunked the rumour, saying he was hale and hearty.
“I’m still here, not yet gone,” he declared then.
He also expressed worry over the rumour and asked who would live forever, stressing, “Those breaking death news and the person presumed dead will all die one day.
“I’ve been lucky. My father died at 42, while my mother died at 102. I’m 89. I’ve crossed the expected life age.”
About The Author
