The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State, Paul Omotosho has passed away following a brief illness.
The news of his demise has sent shockwaves throughout the political landscape, both within the state and beyond.
Reports indicate that Omotosho succumbed to health complications on Tuesday night, March 5, though the specific nature of the illness remains undisclosed.
The Ekiti APC Chairman’s death was linked to his recent health challenges and a traumatic experience in 2023.
In July 2023, Omotosho was kidnapped, and it is speculated that this harrowing experience may have had lasting effects on his overall well-being.
Social media influencer Bolalne Cole wrote on X: ”Ekiti APC chairman Mr. Paul Omotosho is dead. He died last night after a brief illness.
”Undisclosed sources said his death might be connected to the traumatic experience he had in the hands of his abductors in 2023 July.”
Breaking News…
Ekiti APC chairman Mr. Paul Omotosho is dead. He died last night after a brief illness. Undisclosed sources said his death might be connected to the traumatic experience he had in the hands of his abductors 2023 July.
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— Olóyè T.D Esq (@BolanleCole) March 6, 2024
KanyiDaily recalls that the Chairman of the Ondo State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr Fatai Adams also died a few weeks ago.