The Federal Character Commissioner from Oyo State, Professor Adeniyi Olowofela, has expressed deep sadness over the passing of Isaac Omodewu, the chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. Omodewu, who previously served as Commissioner for Land, Housing and Survey under the administration of late Senator Abiola Ajimobi, died in the early hours of Monday in the United States of America......See Full Story>>.....See Full Story>>
Olowofela, who also served as Ido Local Government Chairman and Commissioner for Education during Ajimobi’s tenure, described Omodewu as a friend and colleague.
“We both had the privilege of serving under the administration of the late Senator Abiola Ajimobi,” he said.
Olowofela praised Omodewu’s contributions to the development of Oyo State, especially in the area of land, housing, and survey.
“Omodewu was a dedicated public servant who worked tirelessly to improve the lives of the people of Oyo State,” the former local government chairman said.
Omodewu, who hailed from Otu, in Itesiwaju Local Government Area, was also lauded by Olowofela for his leadership as the Oyo State APC chairman.
“As the APC Chairman, Omodewu played a crucial role in strengthening the party’s presence in the state and ensuring its success in the last 2023 presidential elections,” Olowofela said.
The FCC Commissioner expressed his heartfelt sympathy to Omodewu’s family, the APC in Oyo State, APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“Omodewu’s passing is a great loss to the people of Oyo State and the APC family,” he added.
Olowofela noted that Omodewu’s legacy will undoubtedly continue to inspire others who seek to serve their community and the nation with the same dedication and passion.