Segun Atanda/
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has lost his elder brother, Engineer Sunday Makinde, who died at the age of 65.
The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of today at Engineer Makinde’s residence in Ibadan.
Announcing the sad news, Chief Olumuyiwa Makinde, the Bada Olubadan of Ibadanland and the Head of the Aigbofa Family of Oja’ba, Ibadan, confirmed the loss in a statement.
“With a heavy heart, I announce the passage of my older brother, Engr. Sunday Makinde, to eternal glory today, Friday 24th of January 2025. His sudden death occurred at his Ibadan residence at 3:20 a.m.,” Chief Olumuyiwa Makinde shared.
Engineer Makinde was a respected figure in his community and leaves behind a grieving family, including Governor Seyi Makinde, as well as children and grandchildren.
The family has requested privacy as they come to terms with this loss, with funeral arrangements to be announced later.
Condolences have been pouring in from political leaders, community members, and well-wishers who have expressed their sympathies to Governor Makinde and the family during this difficult time.
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