The member of the House of Representatives, representing Oluyole federal constituency, Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, has mourned the passing on of the paramount ruler of Ibadanland, His Royal Majesty, Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, describing him as a brave and courageous leader.
Oba Adetunji, was a successful businessman and first class traditional ruler, who died today after close to five years on the throne of his forefathers.
Akande-Sadipe’s condolence message was contained in a statement issued in Ibadan today, by her Social Adviser on Media and Publicity, Olamilekan Olusada.
Noting that the late monarch led his people with utmost diligence and unassuming dedication, Hon Akande-Sadipe commended the monarch’s strong adherence for peace, progress and development.
Hon. Akande-Sadipe, who is also chairperson of the House Committee on Diaspora, added that the late monarch would long be remembered in the annals of Ibadan and Oyo State for being an exemplar in virtually all facets of life.
She said,“On behalf of my constituency, I extend my condolences to the good people of Ibadanland, the Olubadan-in-Council, and the immediate family members of the late Oba Adetunji.”
The Oluyole federal constituency representative said that the late monarch was a creditable leader, whose reign as Olubadan united his people, and Ibadanland witnessed massive development in the state.
She added, “With heavy heart, I mourn and condole with the immediate family of our father, Oba Saliu Adetunji, the 41st Olubadan of Ibadanland, the people of Ibadanland and Oyo State as a whole. The passing unto glory of our father has saddened us all.
“Kabiyesi lived a very value-added and meaningful life ascending the throne in 2016. Prior to that he had a fruitful fashion designing business and his music label promoted the likes of famous musicians such Wasiu Ayinde Marshal and Dauda Epo Akara.
“I pray that God should repose the soul of the departed monarch and comfort the family and the people of Ibadan.”
