Breaking: Governor Makinde Loses Brother, “With a Heavy Heart”

Seyi Makinde, the governor of Oyo state, has lost his older brother, Sunday Makinde, an engineer. The older Makinde was said to have passed away at the age of 65 in the early hours of Friday, January 24.

Engineer Sunday Makinde’s death was announced in a terse statement by another younger brother, Olumuyiwa Makinde, on Friday morning, January 24.

Governor Seyi Makinde has lost an elder brother, Sunday Makinde
Photo Credit: @seyimakindeSource: Facebook

Leadership reported that Olumuyiwa Makinde is the Bada Olubadan of Ibadanland and Head of the Aigbofa Family of Oja’ba in Ibadan. As he announced his elder brother’s passing, he said his death was heavy on his heart.

The statement reads:

“With a heavy heart, I announce the passage of my older brother, Engr Sunday Makinde, to eternal glory today, Friday 24th of January 2025.

“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.”

Source: TheTalk.NG

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