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Awujale, Oba Sikiru Adetona joins his ancestors at 91

Ogunsakin Mustapha
Ogunsakin Mustapha
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Late Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Awujale of Ijebuland

Just as Nigerians are processing the shocking news of the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, another news got in of the death of the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona. He was 91 years old.

A reliable source close to the Awujale’s Palace in Ijebu-Ode and officials within the Ogun State Government confirmed the monarch’s death on Sunday.

Oba Adetona, who ascended the throne in 1960, was one of Nigeria’s longest-reigning traditional rulers and a highly respected voice among Yoruba monarchs and across the country.

He was born on May 10, 1934 to the Anikilaya Ruling House of Ijebu-Ode. His father was Prince Rufai Adetona Adeleke, while his mother was Ajibabi Adetona(nee Onashile). He was coronated as king on April 2, 1960.

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