By Ola Kay
Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adéọlá (Yayi), representing representing Ogun West Senatorial District has joined other notable dignitaries, traditional leaders, and hordes of mourners to bid a solemn and glorious farewell to the late Oba (Dr.) Sikiru Kayode Adetona, CFR, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, during his final burial rites in Ijebu-Ode.
The historic ceremony was graced by prominent leaders, including Prince Dapo Abiodun, Governor of Ogun State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State, Aremo Olusegun Osoba, former Governor of Ogun State ,Senator Lekan Mustapha, Aremo Awujale and other high-ranking government officials and traditional rulers, among others.
The deposed royal Father, reigned for an illustrious 64 years and was celebrated for his exceptional leadership, unwavering commitment to the development of Ijebuland, and his significant contributions to Nigeria’s socio-cultural and political landscape.
In his tribute, Se. Adeola acknowledged Oba Adetona’s immense wisdom and fatherly role in fostering unity, progress, and peace in Yorubaland and the country as a whole.
He said: “May the soul of our revered Kabiyesi find eternal rest in Aljannah Firdaus. His legacy of excellence, courage, and service will forever remain etched in our hearts.”
The event was a testament to the profound impact of the late monarch, whose memory will continue to inspire generations, even as a progressive King who united his people through established shared heritage of Ojude-Oba ( a socio-cultural) annual event that bring together the sons and daughters if Ijebuland stock home and abroad.
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