Osun State has been thrown into mourning following the death of Prince Tunde Ponnle, a prominent son of Ada town, who passed away in the early hours of Sunday, December 14.
He was 94.
The sad news of his death was announced on Sunday by a Facebook user, Babalola Sunday Emmanuel.
Prince Ponnle, a respected elder statesman and philanthropist, served as a member of the Governing Council of Osun State University (UNIOSUN) until May 2023.
He was widely celebrated for his enduring commitment to education, healthcare, and community development across the state.
A major benefactor of UNIOSUN, the late prince donated several high-value assets to the institution, including a multi-million-naira mansion and the MicCom Cancer Centre.
The cancer facility has since become an integral part of the university’s medical training, hosting regular rural postings for students in the MBBS programme.
Tributes have continued to pour in from Ada town and across Osun State, with many describing Prince Ponnle as a rare gem whose life was defined by service, generosity, and humility.
The university community and residents of Ada town have expressed deep condolences to his family, praying that God grants them the strength to bear the loss and that the soul of the departed rests in perfect peace.
The family is yet to release details of his burial programme.
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