Wole Diya, a former member of the House of Representatives for Somolu Federal Constituency, has passed away at the age of 63. Diya, who served two terms in the Green Chamber, died in the early hours of Friday, August 9th, 2024, just days before his 64th birthday, which would have been on Tuesday, August 20th, 2024.
Diya was the younger brother of the late General Oladipo Diya, a former Chief of Defence Staff. In addition to his role in the House of Representatives, Wole Diya also served two terms in the Lagos State House of Assembly, representing Somolu State Constituency I.
Confirming his demise, the Chairman, Bariga Local Council, Hon. Kolade Alabi David said: “I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family, political associates, and the members of our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), on the passing of Hon. Oyewole Babafemi Diya”.
