Buhari mourns Alaafin of Oyo’s demise

President Muhammadu Buhari has joined other Nigerians in mourning the passing away of the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, on Friday.

In a statement by Femi Adesina, his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, President Buhari said Oba Adeyemi’s reign covered major historic transitions in the country, and witnessed transformations in his domain.

“The President affirms that the Alaafin of Oyo’s 52 years rule was remarkable in many ways, most significant was the emphasis he placed on human development, thereby encouraging learning as a culture and formal education as a necessity while promoting values of peace and stability.

“As a highly revered traditional ruler, President Buhari notes the late monarch’s numerous participations in national meetings and conferences to shape the future of the country, and the living words of wisdom he shared at every opportunity on unity and people-focused governance.

“The President shares the grief with the Oyo State Traditional Council, Oba Lamidi’s family, friends, and associates, particularly in sports where he left another footprint,” the statement read.

President Muhammadu Buhari has joined other Nigerians in mourning the passing away of the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, on Saturday.

In a statement by Femi Adesina, his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, President Buhari said Oba Adeyemi’s reign covered major historic transitions in the country, and witnessed transformations in his domain.

“The President affirms that the Alaafin of Oyo’s 52 years rule was remarkable in many ways, most significant was the emphasis he placed on human development, thereby encouraging learning as a culture and formal education as a necessity while promoting values of peace and stability.

“As a highly revered traditional ruler, President Buhari notes the late monarch’s numerous participations in national meetings and conferences to shape the future of the country, and the living words of wisdom he shared at every opportunity on unity and people-focused governance.

“The President shares the grief with the Oyo State Traditional Council, Oba Lamidi’s family, friends, and associates, particularly in sports where he left another footprint,” the statement read.