Former Ondo State Military Governor, Opaleye dies
The former Military Governor of Ondo State (Ondo and Ekiti), Major General Ekundayo Babakayode Opaleye (rtd), has been reported dead on Saturday morning while been rushed to Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Abeokuta, following heart attack
Penpushing reports that Opaleye ruled the then Ondo State from August 1986 to 1987, during the regime of General Ibrahim Babangida, having took over from late Admiral Mike Akhigbe before handing over to Commodore Bode George.
The late retired Army General until his death, was the Balogun of Erunmu, Owu, Abeokuta, while his death was regarded as a great loss by Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun while mourning the sudden exit
Penpushing further reports that Abiodun stated that late Major General Opaleye’s patriotism as a military officer and dedication to duty as an administrator will always be remembered and cherished forever.
‘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’, he wrote.
‘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’, Abiodun.
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