Yekini Adeojo, a former Deputy National Chairman (South) of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and a key political figure in Oyo State, has passed away on Friday, 4th April 2025.
Adeojo was one of the founding fathers of the PDP in Oyo State and played a significant role in shaping the party’s influence in the region. However, in 2016, he exited politics, citing internal party issues as a major reason for his decision.
Beyond politics, he was a respected traditional leader, holding the prestigious title of Seriki Musulumi of Yorubaland.
Throughout his political career, Adeojo made multiple bids for the Oyo State governorship. However, each attempt was met with challenges, often stemming from his rivalry with the late political strongman, Chief Lamidi Adedibu.
The executive chairman of Ido local government, Hon. Sheriff Adeojo has confirmed the death of the former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Deputy National Chairman (South), Chief Yekini Adeojo.
His son, Sheriff Adeojo, confirmed the death of Chief Yekini, Oyo PDP founder, to the press on Friday afternoon.
Sheriff Adeojo, who spoke on behalf of the family, said the late Yekini Adeojo will be buried at 4pm today at his residence in Ibadan according to Islamic rites.
More details soon.
