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Former Oyo SSG, Abdul Waheed Olajide, dies
Mr. Alhaji Abdul Waheed Akintola Olajide, former Secretary to the Oyo State Government, is dead.
Olajide worked as the Secretary to the State Government under the immediate past Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi.
His death occurred on Tuesday, according to a press release from the family which was made public to the media on Wednesday.
The reason for his death was not stated.
The statement said, “It is with gratitude to Almighty Allah for a life well lived, and with submission to His will, that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother and cousin, Alhaji Abdul Waheed Akintola Olajide, who returned to his Creator today, August 25, 2026.
“May Allah grant the entire family and all his loved ones the strength, patience and comfort to bear this loss.”
The family announced that the Janazah prayer will be held today, Wednesday, at 11:00 am, at the MAN Centre, Oke Ado, Ibadan.
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