Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has expressed profound shock and sorrow over the sudden death of the state’s Resident Electoral Commissioner, Olaniyi Ijalaye.
Ijalaye died on Monday evening in Abuja, shortly after attending a meeting at INEC’s headquarters. He reportedly collapsed in his hotel room at the Bon Octagon Hotel, where he had retired to after the meeting.
In a condolence message, Governor Abiodun described Ijalaye as an honest, committed, and highly intellectual public servant who embodied humility, patriotism, and unwavering integrity. “I sympathise with the entire Ijalaye dynasty, the people, and the government of Ondo State on the passing of their great and illustrious son; indeed, Ijalaye was an exemplary figure of diligence, commitment, and honesty in public service.”
The governor added, “While his death came as a rude shock to us in Ogun State, we take solace in the fact that he lived a fulfilled life of integrity and indelible impact; may God rest his soul and protect the family he left behind.”
Ijalaye’s death has left a void in the electoral commission and the people of Ogun State, who will remember him for his dedication and commitment to public service.
