Monday, July 14, 2025 - The Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, has died at the age of 91.
The revered monarch passed away on Sunday.
Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona was born on May 10, 1934.
Until his demise, he served as the Awujale of the Ijebu
Kingdom, a traditional state in Nigeria.
He was installed as king on 2 April 1960, making him one of
the longest-reigning monarchs in Nigeria. He was a member of the House of
Anikinaiya.
His death came just hours after the announcement of the
passing of Muhammadu Buhari, his long-time friend.
Buhari died in a clinic in London, United Kingdom, after
battling illness for some time.
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