The former Military Governor of Old Ondo State, General Ekundayo Babakayode Opaleye (retd), is dead.
He was Governor of Ondo State, Nigeria, from August 1986 to December 1987, during the military regime of General Ibrahim Babangida.
The Sunday Tribune learned that Opaleye died at his Ibara Government Reservation Area residence in Abeokuta on Saturday morning, having suffered a heart attack.
The deceased was, until his demise, the Balogun Erunmu Owu Kingdom in Abeokuta.
Meanwhile, the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described Ekundayo as a patriotic military officer, saying his death is a great loss to the state and Nigeria as a whole.
Abiodun said the late Opaleye’s patriotism as a military officer and dedication to duty as an administrator will always be remembered.
“Major General Opaleye’s contribution to our nation, particularly during his tenure as the military governor, will always be remembered.
His dedication and service to the people of old Ondo State will forever be cherished. His sudden demise is a great loss to the entire country.
“We stand in solidarity with the bereaved family, offering our support and prayers as they navigate through this painful period.
May they find strength and solace in the memories shared with Major General Opaleye. Our thoughts and prayers are with them,” the Governor said.
YOU SHOULD NOT MISS THESE HEADLINES FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNE
Nigeria has highest cement price in the world — Producers
FOR about 10 years now, Nigeria has remained the country with the highest cement price in the world, national chairman, Cement Producers Association of…
Kogi: INEC to hold fresh elections in 59 polling units Nov 18
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has disclosed its intention to conduct fresh elections in…
Twins who graduated First Class in UNILORIN say school separated them during exams
Taiwo Hassanah Subair and Kehinde Aishah Subair are identical twin sisters and First Class graduates of…
FULL LIST: ‘Shanty Town’, ‘Herdsmen’, ‘Underbelly’ top BON Awards nomination
Best of Nollywood Awards has officially released nominations lists and categories for the 2023 Nollywood award ceremony. Stylised as…
Helen Paul and other bastardy stories
Everyone has a history; how you act and tell your story defines you. Ace comedian and celebrity, Helen Paul, trended wildly last…
Nigeria will host befitting African Canoe Sprint Championship — Porbeni
President Nigeria Rowing, Canoeing and Sailing Federation (NRCSF), Rear Admiral Festus Porbeni (rtd) has…
