President Muhammadu Buhari has condoled with the Government and people of Oyo State on the passing of Alaafin of Oyo, Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, aged 83, whose reign covered major historic transitions in the country, and witnessed transformations in his domain.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, the President affirmed that the Alaafin of Oyo’s 52 years rule was remarkable in many ways; most significant was the emphasis he placed on human development, thereby encouraging learning as a culture and formal education as a necessity while promoting values of peace and stability.
As a highly revered traditional ruler, President Buhari notes the late monarch’s numerous participations in national meetings and conferences to shape the future of the country, and the living words of wisdom he shared at every opportunity on unity and people-focused governance.
The President shared the grief with the Oyo State Traditional Council, Oba Lamidi’s family, friends, and associates, particularly in sports where he left another footprint.
President Buhari prayed that the Almighty God would receive his soul.
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