
The family of Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has been thrown into mourning following the unexpected demise of his elder brother, Engineer Sunday Makinde, in Ibadan.
The heartbreaking news was officially announced on Friday, January 24, 2025, through a statement issued by the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Sulaimon Olanrewaju.
According to the statement, Engineer Sunday Makinde passed away at the age of 65. The cause of his death was not disclosed, but the news has sent shockwaves through the Makinde family and the Ibadan community at large.
Chief Olumuyiwa Makinde, the Bada Olubadan of Ibadanland and Head of the Aigbofa Family of Oja’ba, Ibadan, confirmed the sad development in a separate message.
“With a heavy heart, I announce the passage of my older brother, Engr Sunday Makinde, to eternal glory today, Friday 24th of January 2025,” Chief Olumuyiwa Makinde said in the statement.
“His sudden death occurred in his Ibadan residence at 3:20 am today, Friday 24th January 2025.
“He is survived by siblings, among whom is the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde, children, and grandchildren.”
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