Former Kwara governor, Chief Cornelius Adebayo, has died on Wednesday at the age of 84.
Born on February 24, 1941, the former governor was reported dead in the early hours of Wednesday in Abuja following an old age-related illness.
The passing of the former governor, announced by one of his children, Cornelius Oluwasegun Adebayo, on behalf of the family, titled, “PASSAGE OF CHIEF C. O. ADEBAYO, said, “With profound sadness but gratitude to God, we announce the passing of our father and grandfather, Chief Cornelius Olatunji Adebayo. Born on 24 February 1941, he died in the early hours of today, June 25”.
“He was at various times a lecturer at the then University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University), a Second Republic Senator and later Governor of Kwara and Minister of Communications and Transportation between 2003 and 2007.
“Throughout his life, he was a dedicated public servant who served with distinction and integrity. Further details about funeral arrangements will be announced shortly”.
In his condolence message, Governor Abdulrahman Abulrazaq of Kwara state, who is also the chairman, Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF), said that he received with sadness but submission to the will of God the report of the death of the former governor.
“C.O. Adebayo, as he was fondly called, was an all-time patriot, statesman, and progressive who represented great ideals and fought for good causes throughout his lifetime.
“With his carriage and roles at various levels of leadership, the former Governor stood tall and earned the respect and admiration of all. He left a fine legacy as a democrat who stood up at critical moments in our history.
“On behalf of the people and government of our state, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and associates at this difficult moment.
“I beseech the Almighty to repose his gentle soul and give strength to all of us, especially family members, at this moment of transition”.
Also, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Professor Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN, commiserated with the Government and people of Kwara State over the demise of a former Governor of the State, Chief Cornelius Olatunji Adebayo.
Chief Adebayo, who served as Governor of the State between October 1 and December 31, 1983, died in the early hours of Wednesday (June 25, 2025) in Abuja following old age-related illness. He was aged 84.
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