Victor Omololu Olunloyo PhD, former governor of Oyo State is dead.
He died nine days to his 90th birthday.
Olunloyo’s death was confirmed in a statement on Sunday by a former Editor of the Nigerian Tribune, Oladapo Ogunwusi on behalf of the family.
Olunloyo was the first Ibadanman to be the Governor of Oyo State in 1983.
Born on April 14, 1935, Olunloyo, then of the National Party of Nigeria(NPN), was governor of Oyo State from October 1 to December 31, 1983 having defeated incumbent Bola Ige of the Unity Party of Nigeria(UPN).
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, 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 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, 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.”
