Oyebanji mourns death of former Deputy Governor, Egbeyemi

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji has expressed condolences on the passing of the immediate past Deputy Governor of the state, Otunba Bisi Egbeyemi.

Otunba Egbeyemi died after a brief illness.
He was aged 79 years old.

Governor Oyebanji in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode, described the late Deputy Governor as a statesman of repute, respected community leader and a great lover of his people, who made very significant contributions to the growth and development of the state.

The Governor described late Egbeyemi as a distinguished leader who served Ekiti State in different capacities and contributed to the development and stability of the state.

Egbeyemi, a renowned teacher and lawyer served as Deputy Governor between October 16, 2018 and October 15, 2022. He had earlier served as a legislator in the old Ondo State.

He later served as chairman, Ado Local Government Council and Commissioner for Education.