Otunba Bamidele Akingboye, a former governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Ondo State, has died.
His Personal Assistant and Media Adviser, Oyeniyi Iwakun, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Tuesday.
Popularly known as OBA, Akingboye reportedly passed away at his residence in Victoria Garden City, Lagos.
Until his death, he was the Chief Executive Officer of Benshore Maritime and Clog Oil Systems, and also served as President of WeAfrica Group.
He was the Olowomeye I of Ikaleland, a title that underscored his influence and traditional recognition.
The family’s statement described him as a philanthropist, businessman and community leader who lived with “unwavering integrity.”
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He is survived by his wives, children, grandchildren and siblings. Burial arrangements will be announced by the family in due course.
