Former lawmaker Hon. Hamid Babatunde Eesuola has passed away just days before his scheduled PhD defense at the University of Ibadan.
Legit.ng reported that Eesula died on Thursday, October 31, following a brief illness.
Eesuola, represented the Atiba State Constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly and served as the Chairman of the Oyo State Community and Social Development Agency (OYCSDA), died in Ibadan.
Photo credit: Hamid Eesuola
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His demise was confirmed by Engr. Seun Adesiji, National Vice President of the Alaafin High School Alumni Association.
He said:
“Yes, I can confirm that Hon. Eesuola passed on this morning in Ibadan.
“His close associates confirmed that his body was being conveyed to Oyo for burial, and I hope they would be in Oyo soon; then, I will join them.”
According to reports, Eesuola had complained of throat irritation to friends about two weeks prior to his death.
This sudden deterioration in his health has left many in shock, particularly those within his political circle.
Elder Kayode Oladokun, a political associate of Eesuola, expressed his grief at the loss. “I just left the family house of the deceased, where preparations were being made for his burial according to Islamic rites,” he shared. “It’s a great loss to the community.”
A Legacy Cut Short
The late Eesuola was not only a prominent politician but also an active member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State. Mr. Lekan Folarin, another member of the alumni association, confirmed the tragic news, stating, “Yes, it is true.”
As reported by Leadership, learned that Eesuola was on the brink of achieving a significant academic milestone, with his PhD defense at the University of Ibadan scheduled shortly after his untimely passing. The community mourns the loss of a dedicated leader whose contributions will be remembered by many.
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Source: Legit.ng