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Ladoja, Adegoke, others pay condolence visit to Adeojo, Olunloyo’s families

Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja-led Ibadan South East Traditional Council paid a condolence visit on Tuesday to the families of the late People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Chief Yekini Adeojo, and the former Governor of Oyo State, Dr. Omololu Olunloyo, who both passed away last week.

Other members of the Council included the Abese Balogun of Ibadanland, Chief Nureni Akanbi; the Laguna Oluyole, Olooye Adegboyega Taofeek Adegoke (FCA); the Aare Egbe-Omo Balogun of Ibadanland, Olooye Lekan Alabi; the Maye Olubadan of Ibadanland; and others.

Speaking on behalf of the Council at the residences of the two families, the Maye Olubadan of Ibadanland, Olooye Lekan Alabi, described the demise of Alhaji Adeojo and Dr. Olunloyo as a great loss to the people of Ibadanland and Nigeria at large.

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He noted that both icons had played significant roles in placing the state capital on the global map through their contributions to politics and education.

Speaking on behalf of the Adeojo family, Hon. Sheriff Adeojo thanked the Council for their support.

Meanwhile, Mrs. Adebisi Apanpa (née Olunloyo), sister to the late educator, said the burial plans would be decided by the Oyo State Government.

Soji Ajibola

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