Report in some quarters that former Governor Omololu Olunloyo of Oyo State is dead has been confirmed as untrue.
The confirmation was made as the family of the former governor called for prayers for the elder statesman in view of his deteriorating health condition.
Report that Olunloyo, father of social media journalist, Kemi Olunloyo, died on Friday in Ibadan went viral in the early hours of Saturday.
A statement issued by the family on Saturday read, “We appreciate the public for the interest shown in the wellbeing of our father, Chief Dr. Victor Omololu Sowemimo Olunloyo (a.k.a VOSO).
“In the tradition of the Olunloyo family of Ibadanland, and based on the principles of integrity, inclusion, and openness upon which our revered father, VOSO, has always stood, we would like to inform the Nigerian public that we would greatly appreciate your prayers for our father who is presently in the ICU at UCH Ibadan.
“As a public figure, we believe that his condition should not be hidden from the Nigerian public who have a right to know about their leaders.
“Please, accept our most sincere thanks for your all concern and goodwill.
“May God Almighty bless you all and our dear country Nigeria.”
