Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has condoled with the family of Alhaji Yekini Ayoade Adeojo, a chieftain of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Seriki Musulumi of Yorubaland, following his passing. Describing Adeojo as one of the last men standing, Governor Makinde said his death signifies the close of a remarkable chapter in Nigeria’s political history.
Governor Makinde 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 exit of their patriarch.
The governor also commiserated with the PDP family in Oyo State.
“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.”
In a related development, former Minister of State, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Oloye Olajumoke Akinjide, in a statement she personally signed and made available to newsmen in Ibadan on Friday, described his death as a rude shock and “the fall of a big tree that shakes the earth.”
According to her, “Chief Yekini Ayoade Adeojo would sorely be missed for his political acumen and leadership savvy.
“As a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), he left no stone unturned to co-build a party that is strong and efficient; beyond this, his business acumen and other giants strides would be too difficult to replace.
“He was a father figure whose princely advice I sought on different occasions.
“As a frontline religious leader, the Seriki Adinni of Yorubaland, he has, indeed, left an indelible mark on the sands of time.
“Great people don’t die, as death is not the end of existence. His legacies will surely live on.
“I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family members, the good people of Oyo State and his business, religion and political associates.
“I pray God in His infinite mercy grants him a permanent place in paradise and give us all the fortitude to bear the great loss.”
