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Sunday Abiodun Olukoya

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Sunday Abiodun Olukoya
Military Governor of Ondo State
In office
3 September 1990 – 3 January 1992
Preceded byBode George
Succeeded byDele Olumilua
Personal details
Born(1949-04-06)6 April 1949
Died23 August 2021(2021-08-23) (aged 72)
Military service
Allegiance Nigeria
Branch/service Nigerian Navy
Years of service1967–1999
Rank Rear Admiral

Sunday Abiodun Olukoya (6 April 1949 – 23 August 2021) was a Nigerian navy admiral who served as Military Administrator of Ondo State from September 1990 to January 1992 during the military regime of General Ibrahim Babangida.[1] Born on 6 April 1949, he retired as a Rear Admiral in 1999 and died on 23 August 2021. During his tenure, he named Ondo State the Sunshine State and was among past governors of Ondo State who praised the achievements of Governor Olusegun Mimiko and charged him to ensure that his administration continues to develop the state.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Nigeria States". WorldStatesmen. Retrieved 28 December 2009.
  2. ^ PETER DADA (18 November 2009). "Ondo ex-governors charge Mimiko on development". News Star Ltd. Retrieved 28 December 2009.