Omololu Olunloyo
Omololu Olunloyo was a prominent Nigerian politician and mathematician who served as the Governor of Oyo State. Known for his intellectual prowess and administrative acumen, he played a significant role in the early development of the state. His contributions to education and governance were widely recognized, leading to his posthumous immortalization through the naming of significant landmarks in Ibadan. Olunloyo passed away at the age of 90, prompting tributes from various leaders, including the current Governor Seyi Makinde, who celebrated his legacy and mourned the loss of a revered statesman.
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Omololu Olunloyo was the late former governor of the state and the first Ibadan person to serve as the governor of old Oyo State.
Poly Ibadan Renamed: Students Protest
Nigeria· 2025-07-01
The late former Governor Olunloyo was the pioneer Rector of the institution.
Makinde Renames Poly Ibadan After OlunloyoNigeria· 2025-06-26Dr Omololu Olunloyo, an elder statesman and former governor of old Oyo State, discusses the current administration and various issues facing Nigeria.
Death rumours don’t bother me — Ex-gov OlunloyoNigeria· 2025-04-06
Omololu Olunloyo was a former Governor of Oyo State who passed away at the age of 90.
'We immortalised him in his lifetime,' Makinde mourns OlunloyoNigeria· 2025-04-06