BREAKING: Tears as Oba Adekunle Aromolaran Dies, Osun Govt Releases Official Statement

• Governor Ademola Adeleke condoled with the people of Ijeshaland, the Aromolaran royal family, and the entire traditional institution in Osun state over the death of Oba Adekunle Aromolaran
• Governor Adeleke said the late Oba Aromolaran was a great monarch and ‘respected custodian of our culture and tradition who was courageous and selfless’
• On behalf of the government and people of Osun, Governor Adeleke condoled the people of Ijesha, the Owa Obokun traditional council, and everyone affected by Oba Aranmolaran’s exit

TheTalk.NG journalist, Ridwan Adeola Yusuf, has over 9 years of experience covering public affairs.

Ijesha, Osun state – Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran III, the Owa Obokun of Ijeshaland in Osun state.

In a statement on Thursday, September 12, sent to TheTalk.NG by Olawale Rasheed, the spokesperson to Governor Ademola Adeleke, the Osun No.1 citizen expressed his “heartfelt condolences” over the respected monarch’s passing.

It has been confirmed that Oba Adekunle Aromolaran has joined his ancestors.
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Oba Adekunle Aromolaran’s death

The Osun government said Oba Aromolaran, 87, died on Wednesday, September 11.

Describing the late monarch as a “father figure, a pillar of support, and a teacher”, Adeleke praised him for his ‘deep commitment’ to the development of Ijeshaland and Osun state during his lifetime.

He praised Oba Aromolaran for his boldness, candour, elegance, and literary energy, through which he inspired the people during his successful reign as Owa Obokun.

While expressing sadness at the demise of the traditional ruler, Governor Adeleke acknowledged the late Oba’s unwavering support for his administration, even in challenging times, and appreciated his constant communication on matters of development in Ijesaland and Osun State at large.

The statement quoted the governor as saying:

“Kabiyesi was a deeply selfless father, who took no prisoners when it came to matters of development and wellbeing of the people. He was a friend of good governance, no matter the colour or race.

“The last time I was with him was the flag off of the dualisation of Brewery – Palace road. I am glad our late erudite scholar witnessed a new phase of development for Ijeshaland.”

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DSS takes over Oba Aromolaran’s palace

Earlier, TheTalk.NG reported that there was a heavy security presence at the palace of Oba Aromolaran.

The security presence is due to the death of the monarch.

Late Oba Aromolaran is reportedly the first Nigerian king to hold a PhD.

Source: TheTalk.NG

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