The transition of the 41st Olubadan of Ibadanland, and Chairman, Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji, Aje Ogungunniso 1 has been formally announced.
A statement issued by his media office said the Royal farmer joined his ancestors in the early hours of Sunday morning.
The statement signed by Mr Adeola Oloko, Personal Assistant/Director of Media and Publicity of the late monarch read in part: “Oba Adetunji, 93 passed away in the early hours of this morning at the University College Hospital, UCH, Ibadan.
“He is survived by his wife, Olori Rashidat Ololade Adetunji, Children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
“He will be buried at 4.00 pm today at his Popoyemoja, Ibadan Palace according to Muslim rites. Other things follow later.”
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