Adebayo was truly an Ekiti man, he was not a bigot, says Fayose
In a condolence message issued in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti Governor, Ayo Fayose has described the late former Military Governor of the old Western Region, Adeyinka Adebayo as someone who lived a fulfilled life and was truly an Ekiti man to the core.
“Adeyinka Adebayo was truly an Ekiti man. He was not a bigot and never allowed political considerations to becloud his sense of fairness, honesty and boldness in the face of daunting obstacles.
“He would always call a spade a spade and would not mind whose ox is gored. Despite the political differences between me and his son, Niyi, he was forthright in commending our efforts at developing the state, even though we are among the least financially buoyant.
“He would not allow sentiments to sway his sense of judgment and was a true father to all.”
Adebayo, aged 89, who was military governor of the old Western Region between 1966 and 1971, also served as President of the Yoruba Council of Elders, YCE.
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