The father of Dr Tunji Olugbodi, the Executive Vice Chairman of Verdant Zeal Communications Ltd, has died.
The patriarch, Chief Joshua Oyedele Olugbodi died on Saturday, 6th December, 2025 at the age of 94 years.
According to the family, the Olugbodi Family of Ara Kingdom in Egbedore Local Government Area of Osun State, is sadden with the demise of their father.
Chief Olugbodi, was a former senior executive of the Central Bank of Nigeria, died at the age of 94.
A celebrated community leader and philanthropist, he was the Bobagunwa of Ara, who had also had a stint as the Chairman of Egbedore Local Government, Osun State.
He is survived by his wife, Grace Olabisi and many children and grandchildren.
Dr Tunji Olugbodi, one of the sons, and also the Asiwaju of Ara said of his demise: “We are devastated by the death of Baba and we are sad to see him go, but we are grateful to God for his life of sacrifice, impact and exemplary service to mankind”.
Burial arrangements will be announced in due course.
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