Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, was the focal point of a solemn gathering on Monday, as prominent Nigerian leaders attended the burial of the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona.
The revered traditional ruler was laid to rest in a ceremony that drew notable figures, including Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, former Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, former Ogun State Governor Aremo Olusegun Osoba, Senator Gbenga Daniel, and Chairman of Odu’a Investment Company Limited, Otunba Bimbo Ashiru.
The burial service, held in Ijebu-Ode, marked a moment of reflection and tribute to the late Awujale, a respected monarch known for his significant contributions to the cultural and socio-economic development of Ijebuland and Nigeria at large.
The event was attended by a cross-section of traditional leaders, political figures, and community members, underscoring the late oba’s enduring legacy.
Governor Sanwo-Olu, Prof. Osinbajo, and other dignitaries were photographed together, paying their respects during the ceremony.
Their presence highlighted the widespread recognition of Oba Adetona’s impactful reign and his role as a unifying figure in the region.
The burial proceedings were conducted with traditional rites, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Ijebuland.
The event served as both a farewell to a distinguished leader and a celebration of his contributions to the community.
