Tinubu Visits Ijebuland In Honour Of Awujale

President Bola Tinubu waves to officials in Abuja before arriving in Ijebu, Ogun State to honour the Awujale, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona.

The President on arrival at the airport inspected the guard of honour before proceeding to Igbeba family Court of the late Awujale , at Ijebu Ode, where he offered prayers at the tomb of the departed Paramount ruler, Oba Adetona and also commiserated with the immediate family members of the monarch.

The Awujale of Ijebu, a revered traditional ruler, passed away on July 13 at the age of 91 and was buried the following day.

His burial, conducted in accordance with Islamic rites, took place quietly in Ijebu-Ode, marking the end of a remarkable era of leadership.

The Oba, who ruled for an unprecedented 65 years, was one of Nigeria’s longest-serving traditional rulers and a major voice in national affairs.