FORMER military administrator of Bayelsa State, Omoniyi Caleb Olubolade, is dead.
Olubolade, who turned 70 on November 30, 2024, died on Sunday, May 11, after collapsing while playing lawn tennis in Apapa, Lagos State.
His death was confirmed in a statement jointly signed by his first daughter, Oluwayemisi Akinadewo, and first son, Dayo Olubolade.
According to his family, he had driven himself to a sports facility to play tennis when he suddenly slumped on the court.
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Despite efforts by medical personnel to resuscitate him, he was later pronounced dead at the Obisesan Naval Medical Hospital in Apapa.
Olubolade was a former Minister of Special Duties, Police Affairs, and Minister of State for FCT.
Background
Olubolade was a retired Nigerian naval officer and politician. He hailed from Ekiti State.
He served as the Military Administrator of Bayelsa State from 1997 to 1998, where he helped set the foundation for the state’s development.
After retiring from the Navy in 1999, Olubolade transitioned into politics. He was appointed Minister of Special Duties and later Minister of Police Affairs during President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration.
Throughout his career, he was recognised for his leadership, public service, and contributions to national development.
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