Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, dies at 91

The Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, has passed away at the age of 91.

The announcement was made earlier today by Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, in an official statement mourning the loss of one of Nigeria’s most revered traditional rulers.

Governor Abiodun described the late monarch as a visionary and iconic leader whose remarkable reign significantly shaped the development of Ijebuland, Ogun State, and the nation at large.

Governor Abiodun said “It is indeed double sadness that Oba Adetona joined his ancestors the same day that the former President, Muhammadu Buhari died in a London, the United Kingdom hospital.

Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona was a remarkable royal father, who ascended the throne in 1960, marking the beginning of a transformative era for Ijebuland. Throughout his reign, he was a beacon of unity, cultural preservation, and progressive development. His dedication to the welfare of his people was evident in his efforts to foster educational advancements, healthcare improvements, and economic growth within the state and Nigeria.”

The Governor also confirmed that under the watch of Oba Sikiru Adetona, Ijebuland witnessed remarkable strides in infrastructure and community development, establishing itself as a model of progress.