Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Oyo State chapter, and the Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, have described the death of Ibadan-based politician and founding father of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Yekini Ayoade Adeojo, as the end of a glorious political era.
Chief Adeojo died after a brief illness at his Iyaganku residence in Ibadan on Friday. He has been buried in accordance with Islamic rites.
The Janazah prayers were led by the Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Alhaji AbdulGaniy Agbotomokekere.
The governor, in a condolence message, described the deceased as one of the last men standing and said his death marked the end of a glorious political era.
He expressed his condolences to the family of Adeojo, who was the PDP governorship standard-bearer in the 1999 governorship election, praying to God to grant them the fortitude to bear the loss of their patriarch.
He said: “I have just been informed about the passing of our father, Pa Yekini Adeojo.
“I condole with the family of Alhaji Adeojo, the PDP in Oyo State and the good people of the state over the demise of a man most of us grew up to know as an icon and patriot.
“Baba’s death marks the end of a glorious political era, as he was one of the last great men standing in the state as a political, community and religious leader.
“He will be greatly missed by the PDP family, where he has been our leader and icon for over two decades.
“His death will also leave a vacuum in our great state and Nigeria, because Baba gave his best to serving our state and nation.
“It is my prayer that God will grant repose to his soul, grant him Aljanah Firdaus, and uphold the family he left behind.”
Also, the PDP, Oyo State chapter, in a release, stated, “With deep sorrow and a profound sense of loss, the Oyo State Chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) announces the passing of one of our most revered leaders and statesmen, Chief Yekini Adeojo, who departed this world on Friday, April 4, 2025.
“Chief Yekini Adeojo was an elder statesman, a political colossus, and a pillar of democracy in Oyo State and Nigeria at large. As the first PDP gubernatorial candidate in Oyo State, a former member of the PDP Board of Trustees, and a key mentor to His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde, he played a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape of our state and the nation.
“Beyond his political contributions, Chief Adeojo was a distinguished religious leader, serving as the Seriki Adinni of Yoruba Muslims, a role in which he demonstrated immense commitment to the propagation of peace, unity, and religious harmony. His influence extended beyond politics and religion into philanthropy, community development, and the upliftment of countless individuals.
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“His legacy continues through his children, including Hon. Sheriff Adeojo, the Executive Chairman of Ido Local Government, and Hon. Elias Adeojo, the Chairman of the Oyo State Water Corporation and so many other great kids that came from his loins. His passing is a monumental loss to his family, the PDP, Oyo State, and Nigeria as a whole.
“In honour of his immense contributions, the Oyo State PDP directs that all party flags be flown at half-mast across the state as we mourn this irreplaceable loss.
“We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, associates, and the entire people of Oyo State. We pray that Almighty Allah forgives his shortcomings and grants him Aljannah Firdaus.”
The Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, stated that his death marks the end of a political era not only in the state but in the country as a whole.
Late Adeojo, according to him, will be sorely missed by all genuine lovers of democratic governance.
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