The candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the November 16, 2024 Governorship Election in Ondo State, Otunba Bamidele Akingboye is dead.
Akingboye died in the early hours of Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at his residence in Victoria Garden City (VGC), Lekki, Lagos State.
Oyeniyi Iwakun, Personal Assistant & Media Adviser to the late Otunba Bamidele Akingboye confirmed the death of his principal in a statement obtained by Vital News on Wednesday.
Iwakun wrote : ”
“Passing of Otunba Bamidele Akingboye (OBA)
“With deep sorrow and a heavy heart, we announce the passing of our father, brother, mentor, and leader, Otunba Bamidele Akingboye (OBA), CEO of Benshore Maritime, CEO of Clog Oil Systems, President of WeAfrica Group, the Olowomeye I of Ikaleland.”
The statement described the late politician as “a man of unwavering integrity, an accomplished businessman, philanthropist, visionary leader, and community builder who lived a fulfilled and purposeful life.”
He is survived by his wives, children, grandchildren, and siblings.
His burial arrangements and further details will be communicated in due course, Iwakun said. (vitalnewsngr.com)
