Ijebu Ode, Nigeria— The Ijebu Kingdom is in mourning following the passing of its revered monarch, Oba Sikiru Kayọde Adetọna, the Awujale, who has joined his ancestors after a remarkable 65-year reign.
The announcement came from the Ijebu Traditional Council, with the palace confirming the news in a statement issued late Sunday.
Reflecting on his legacy, the Council described Oba Adetọna as a symbol of wisdom, unity, and progress whose reign transformed the Ijebu Kingdom and elevated its standing both nationally and internationally.
“Oba Adetọna’s leadership was marked by unwavering dedication to the welfare of his people and the preservation of Ijebu heritage,” the statement read. “His visionary guidance fostered peace, development, and a renewed sense of identity for the Ijebu nation.”
Ascending the throne in 1960, Oba Adetọna became one of Nigeria’s longest-reigning monarchs, earning respect for his advocacy of education, community development, and cultural pride.
The Council called on Ijebu sons and daughters worldwide to honor the late monarch’s memory by upholding the values he championed—integrity, unity, and service.
Dignitaries and traditional rulers from across Nigeria have begun sending condolences, praising Oba Adetọna’s statesmanship and his pivotal role in promoting harmony among diverse communities.
“The Awujale’s legacy will endure through the generations he inspired and the progress he championed,” said a representative of the Ogun State Government.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by the palace in due course. The Ijebu Kingdom now enters a period of mourning, reflecting on the life and times of a monarch whose influence shaped the destiny of his people.
By Taiwo Olatinwo | July 13, 2025
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