Tinubu, Abiodun Pay Tribute as Former Minister Ebun Oyagbola Passes Away at 94

 President Bola Tinubu and Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun have joined political leaders in mourning the passing of Nigeria’s first female minister, Chief Ebun Oyagbola, who died at the age of 94. 

Oyagbola was a trailblazer in Nigeria’s political landscape, serving as Minister of National Planning and later Minister of State for Economic Development during the Second Republic.

Tinubu, in a condolence message, described her as a visionary leader whose contributions to Nigeria’s political and economic development were invaluable. Governor Abiodun also hailed her as a source of inspiration for women in leadership and a role model who paved the way for female participation in governance.

Family sources confirmed that funeral arrangements would be announced soon. Tributes have continued to pour in from politicians, activists, and scholars, highlighting Oyagbola’s legacy as a pioneer in Nigerian politics.