Ondo ZLP Chieftain, Taoheed Ajao, is Dead

A Chieftain of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) and one of former governor Mimiko’s most revered Political Associates, Mr. Taoheed Ajao, is Dead.

He was 69.

Taoheed Ajao, Mostly called ‘Uncle Taoheed’ was a Senior Special Assistant to the former governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko on Public Affairs and communications.

He died at his country home, Ondo, on Saturday morning.

Taoheed Ajao was highly revered by many and well appreciated for his excellent control of English and depth of thought as expressed in his Political Analysis.

Ajao, who worked mainly behind the scene in the Mimiko’s administration between 2009 and 2017 was the official speechwriter of the governor.

His burial arrangements according to Islamic rites is already underway.

Just five days ago, Ajao penned down a tribute to celebrate his wife’s birthday on his Facebook profile.

Meanwhile tributes have been pouring in for the late Ondo born technocrat.

Bode Betiku, a known figure in the Mimiko government wrote on his death:

“Another candle burnt out. Good nite good bye Tao Tao.”

Another Mimiko’s former aide, Dayo Awude wrote:

“Mr Ajao was the official speech writer of Dr. Olusegun Mimiko when he was governor. If you know what it takes to please Dr. Mimiko, you will know the stuff Mr. Ajao was made of. He was a brilliant and gentleman in every respect.”

Akinlolu Akinbulumo also wrote on Facebook:

“Highly cerebral, and quintessential gentleman. Like a candle in the wind… Taoheed Ajao. Sleep On Bro.“