Ex-Power Minister announces death of mother

Former Minister of Power and Steel and the Secretary of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Dr Olu Agunloye has announced the death of his mother, Chief Mrs Adesola Agunloye.

The late Mrs Agunloye was a chieftaincy title holder before she peacefully passed away at the age of 97.

She was also the Akowajo of Anglican church and had mentored so many persons.

In a statement which he signed and made available to CAPITAL POST on Monday, disclosed that she was not sick, but died peacefully.

The statement said: “Our mother and mentor, Chief Mrs. Adesola Agunloye, omo Olowo elewu-okun of Owo, omo Ojomu Uro Oloyemekun, aya Akoko, iya Akoko, the _Yeyelua Erusu_ and the _Akowajo_ of Anglican Church bowed out quietly in Ibadan on Saturday, 13 July 2024.

“She did not give any hint that she was leaving. She left peacefully without any stress. She was 97 years old.

“The family members are in high spirits and are grateful to God for the life of the matriach and for His mercies and His grace.

Details of the burial ceremonies will be announced later by the family.

“In the meantime, senior orphans will be admitting me officially to the orphanage as a COJ, (Certified Orphan Junior) any moment from now.”