The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde has announced the passing away of the Oyo Commissioner for the environment and natural resources, Kehinde Ayoola, whom he described as a loyal friend.
The Governor stated this on Thursday morning in a statement made through his social media handle.
He stated, “I received with deep sadness, the news of the death of my dear friend and colleague, Rt. Honourable Kehinde Ayoola. Up until his death this morning, he served as the Honourable Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources in Oyo State,” Makinde said.
“I met the late Rt. Honourable Ayoola in 2002, when we worked together as members of the Fortune Group for the election of Senator Rasheed Ladoja. He also served as the Director-General for my 2015 campaign and the Deputy Director-General for my 2019 campaign.
“He was a loyal friend with a dedication to duty that cannot be questioned. He will be sorely missed for his great oratory skills and his love for the people of Oyo Town and Oyo State. May his soul rest in peace.”
No further details were given on the cause of death.
