Former PDP Deputy National Chairman, Yekinni Adeojo, Passes Away in Ibadan

Former PDP Deputy National Chairman, Yekinni Adeojo, Passes Away in Ibadan

  • Former PDP Deputy National Chairman (South), Chief Yekinni Adeojo, has passed away in Ibadan at an undisclosed age
  • Adeojo, a founding PDP member in Oyo State and 1999 governorship candidate, remained a key political figure
  • His burial is set for Friday in Ibadan, following Islamic rites

Chief Yekinni Adeojo, a former Deputy National Chairman (South) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has passed away.

The renowned businessman and politician, who played a key role in Oyo State’s political landscape, died in the early hours of Friday in Ibadan.

Adeojo. PDP
The late politician vied for the Oyo state governorship seat but was edged to the primary election victory by Lam Adesina
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Adeojo contested for PDP governorship ticket

Adeojo, a respected political figure, was a founding member of the PDP in Oyo State. He contested the 1999 Oyo State governorship election under the party but was defeated by the late Alhaji Lamidi Adesina of the Alliance for Democracy (AD).

Despite this, he remained influential in the party’s structure and leadership over the years.

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Beyond politics, Adeojo held the title of Seriki Musulumi of Yorubaland, reflecting his deep ties to the Muslim community. He was also known for his contributions to business and public service, leaving a lasting legacy in both spheres.

His son, Hon. Sheriff Aderemi Adeojo, currently serves as the Executive Chairman of Ido Local Government, continuing the family's political engagement.

Sources confirmed that the late politician will be laid to rest on Friday in Ibadan, in accordance with Islamic burial rites.

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The disaster, which affected over 400 houses and claimed multiple lives, left many struggling to recover, with little to no assistance from authorities.

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Many residents, who had initially placed their hopes in the government’s intervention, now believe that recovery efforts have been inadequate.

The President of the Bodija Estate Resident Association, Mr. Muyiwa Bangbose, shed light on the issue in an exclusive interview with Legit.ng correspondent Ridwan Kolawole.

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In a similar report, a year after a devastating explosion shook the Bodija Estate in Ibadan, Oyo State, the names and faces of five victims who lost their lives have been unveiled.

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Ibrahim Sofiyullaha (Editorial Assistant) Ibrahim Sofiyullaha is a graduate of First Technical University, Ibadan. He was the founder and pioneer Editor-in-Chief of a fast-rising campus journalism outfit at his university. Ibrahim is a coauthor of the book Julie, or Sylvia, written in collaboration with two prominent Western authors. He was ranked as the 9th best young writer in Africa by the International Sports Press Association. Ibrahim has contributed insightful articles for major platforms, including Sportskeeda in the UK and Motherly in the United States. Email: ibrahim.sofiyullaha@corp.legit.ng

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