The death has occurred of Engineer Sunday Makinde, the eldest brother of Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde.
He was aged 65 years. He died on Friday, January 24, 2025.
Announcing the passing in a message, a brother of the deceased, who is also the Bada Olubadan of Ibadanland and Head of Aigbofa Family of Oja’ba, Ibadan, Chief Olumuyiwa Makinde, wrote,
“With a heavy heart, I announce the passage of my older brother, Engr Sunday Makinde, to eternal glory today, Friday 24th of January 2025″.
“His sudden death occurred in his Ibadan residence at 3.20am today, Friday 24th January 2025″
“He is survived by siblings, among whom is the Executive Governor of Oyo state, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde, children and grandchildren.”
May God we be with you in Jesus mighty name amen
May the good Lord rest the soul of the departed Engr. Sunday Makinde and grant Engr. Seyi Makinde, the Executive Governor of Oyo State and all his family members, friends and colleagues he left behind to mourn him, the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss.
I mourn with you sir, do please accept my heartfelt condolences for the demise of your Elder brother.