A former Governor of Oyo State in the Second Republic, Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, is dead. He died a few days to his 90th birthday.
The news of the former governor’s demise was announced in a statement issued in Ibadan this Sunday morning by Oladapo Ogunwusi, on behalf of the deceased’s family.
Olunloyo was governor of Oyo State between October 1 and December 31, 1983 under the umbrella of the proscribed National Party of Nigeria (NPN).
“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.” the statement further read.