Oba Adetona laid to rest at private residence in Ijebu Ode

The Awujale of Ijebuland and paramount ruler of the Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, has been laid to rest at his private residence in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State.

Oba Adetona, who passed away at the age of 91, was interred on Monday in a solemn ceremony attended by dignitaries, royal family members, and high chiefs of the Ijebu Traditional Council.

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Chief Gboyega Oyetola, and the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Dr. Tunji Bosun led the federal government delegation to the burial ceremony.

Other dignitaries at the burial of the longest reign monarch in Nigeria are former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, his Deputy, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, former Ambassador of Nigeria to the United Kingdom, Sarafa Tunji-Ishola, Senators Gbenga Daniel, Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, Adegbenga Kaka, Aremo Olusegun Osoba, former Governor of Ogun State, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, was represented by his wife; Olufunso, 2023 governorship candidate in Ogun State, Oladipupo Adebutu, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, as well as representatives of League of Imams and Alfas in South West, Edo and Delta States.

Oba Adetona, who reigned for 65 years was one of Nigeria’s longest-serving traditional rulers.

His burial marked the end of an era for the Ijebu nation, which he led with distinction, modernity, and an unwavering commitment to justice and Yoruba cultural values.

Hundreds of Ijebu sons and daughters gathered across the town to pay their respects to a monarch many described as “fearless,” “principled,” and “a beacon of integrity.”