.He was aged 89
Father of Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, Dr. Emmanuel Adesanya Abiodun, has passed on.
He died on Monday August 2, according to a statement issued on behalf of the Abiodun Family of Iperu-Remo, Ogun State, by the governor himself.
He reportedly died during a brief illness and was aged 89.
The late Pa Abiodun, a devout Christian, is survived by his wife, Mrs Victoria Abiodun, many children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and other family members.
The statement recalled with fond memories that 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 said further announcements would be made by the family in due course.