The governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun on Monday lost his father, Dr Adesanya Abiodun.
He reportedly passed on Monday August 2, 2021.
A statement issued by the governor read:
“The Abiodun Family of Iperu-Remo, Ogun State has announced the passing on of their patriach, Dr Emmanuel Adesanya Abiodun. who slept in The Lord on Monday August 2, 2021 at the age of 89 after a brief illness.
“Dr Abiodun, a devout Christian, is survived by his wife, Mrs Victoria Abiodun, many children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and other family members, amongst them the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, MFR.
The deceased, an Educationist, worked as a school teacher for many years across the old Western State and was fondly called “Baba Teacher” due to his dedication to duty imparting knowledge and inculcating the right values in his students.”
The statement added that announcements will be made by the family in due course