Otunba Bamidele Akingboye, candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the Nov. 16, 2024 governorship election in Ondo State, has died.
A statement signed by Mr Oyeniyi Iwakun, his Personal Assistant and Media Adviser, said Akingboye passed away in the early hours of Wednesday at his residence in Victoria Garden City (VGC), Lagos.
“He was a man of unwavering integrity, an accomplished businessman, philanthropist, visionary leader, and community builder who lived a fulfilled and purposeful life,” the statement said.
Burial arrangements and further details are yet to be communicated.
Akingboye, the Olowomeye 1 of Ikaleland, was the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Benshore Maritime, CEO of Clog Oil Systems, and President of WeAfrica Group. He celebrated his 60th birthday in 2024.
(NAN)