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Fayemi mourns Awujale of Ijebuland.

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Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, who died on Sunday at the age of 91. 


Fayemi, in a statement issued on Tuesday by the head of his Media Office, Ahmad Sajoh, described Oba Adetona's demise as an immense loss to Nigeria's traditional institution and the nation.


Fayemi commended Oba Adetona's 65-year reign, highlighting his exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to his people, noting that the late monarch’s influence transcended Ijebuland, impacting the entire Southwest region and Nigeria, earning him widespread respect.


He extended his condolences to the Adetona Royal Family, the people of Ijebuland, Governor Dapo Abiodun, and the entire people of Ogun State, offering prayers for the departed monarch's eternal rest.

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Published on July 16, 2025
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