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  • Hon. Akande-Sadipe Pays Tribute to Late Alaafin, Says Yoruba Race Has Lost ‘an ENCYCLOPEDIA of Culture’

    Hon. Akande-Sadipe Pays Tribute to Late Alaafin, Says Yoruba Race Has Lost ‘an ENCYCLOPEDIA of Culture’

    The House of Representatives Member from Oluyole Federal Constituency, Rep Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, has paid glowing tribute to the late Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, who passed on yesterday evening.

    Akande-Sadipe, in her tribute made available to newsmen today, described the late Monarch as one of the most revered royal fathers, who had a vast knowledge of Yoruba culture and history.

    She said the Monarch, who was the longest reigning Alaafin of Oyo, has paid his dues and impacted lives, within and outside his kingdom.

    “Kabiyesi, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, was one of the most revered Royal Fathers in Africa and the longest-reigning Alaafin of Oyo, whose life and time was very impactful”, she said.

    She described the news of his demise as a rude shock, adding that she is eternally grateful that she was one of the privileged ones to have witnessed his reign.

    “I appreciate your wise counsel, as our Royal Father, Kabiyesi”, she said.

    She noted that the late monarch contributed meaningfully to the socio-cultural development and economical growth of Oyo State.

    The Rep member, who Chairs Diaspora Affairs committee at the green chambers further commiserated with her colleague, Rep. Akeem Adeyemi, the Oloris, other princes and princesses, the entire Oyo palace and Oyomesi, Sons and Daughters of the ancient Oyo town, and residents, Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs and Yoruba Monarchs.

    She wished him Aljana Firdaus, praying that Almighty God guards him in his journey to eternity.

  • Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi Finally Laid to Rest

    Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi Finally Laid to Rest

    The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, has been laid to rest.

    Oba Adeyemi has been buried in the ancient town of Oyo on Saturday.

    Adeyemi joined his ancestors on Friday, at the Afe Babalola University Teaching Hospital, Ado Ekiti.

    The remains of the Alaafin of Oyo has since been taken to his palace.

    Earlier, Yusuf Ayoola, the Head of the Oyomesi, had earlier disclosed that the late Alaafin would be buried today.

    He said the necessary rites of passage had been performed.

  • Obasanjo Mourns Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi

    Obasanjo Mourns Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi

    Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has mourned the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, who he described as a symbol of Nigeria’s epic struggle for self-discovery and self-actualisation.

    He paid tributes to the late traditional ruler on Saturday in his letter of condolence to Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State.

    Obasanjo, who is presently in Ethiopia, condoled with the governor, the family of Oba Adeyemi, and the entire people of Oyo on the transition.

    He stated that the late highly revered monarch was a patriotic and respected traditional ruler who had immeasurable love for his people and great faith in a united Nigeria.

    “He (Alaafin) stood out as a voice of forthrightness in national affairs, and he was as well a fervent promoter of mutual tolerance and understanding, not only among the diverse people who live in his domain but also across the country,” the elder statesman was quoted as saying in a statement by his media aide, Kehinde Akinyemi.

    According to him, it was during Oba Adeyemi’s reign that Oyo town got transformed into the modern city that it has become and his contribution to nation-building was also acknowledged in the conferment of the esteemed national honour of Commander of the Federal Republic, CFR, on him and other honorary degrees that he received from Nigerian and outside educational institutions.

  • Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, joins ancestors at 83

    Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, joins ancestors at 83

    The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, last night joined his ancestors.

    He was 83 years old and the longest reigning Alaafin ever, having ruled for over 52 years.

    Oba Lamidi, the third from the Alowodu Ruling House, joined his ancestors at the Afe Babalola University Teaching Hospital, Ado Ekiti in Ekiti State.

    His remains were said to have been moved to Oyo town in the earliest part of Saturday and were received at Idi-Igba by his first son, Prince Tunde and his other siblings.

    The Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde, is expected to make an official announcement upon receiving the report of the monarch’s passing from the Bashorun of Oyo, Yusuf Akinade, the head of the ‘Oyo Mesi’, who will now lead Oyo town before a new Alaafin is installed.

    Unconfirmed reports said the paramount ruler had been sick and a plan had been made to fly him abroad before he passed on late Friday night.

    A source familiar with the medical travel plan said his tickets and those of a few wives were already procured.

    His death came a few months after two First Class monarchs in the state, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji and the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Jimoh Oyewumi joined their ancestors.

    While the Soun, Oba Oyewumi joined his ancestors on December 12, 2021, the Olubadan, Oba Adetunji joined on January 2, 2022.

    However, the Alaafin, Oba Adeyemi was born on October 15, 1938 into the Alowolodu Royal House of the famous Oyo town.

    He was crowned on November 18, 1970, succeeding Oba Gbadegesin Ladigbolu I. He was known popularly as Iku Baba Yeye.

    While he reigned, he was Chairperson of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs.

  • Alaafin Of Oyo Celebrates 50 years on throne

    Alaafin Of Oyo Celebrates 50 years on throne

    Foremost traditional ruler and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, today clocked 50 years of his assumption of the royal throne.

    The monarch was installed on the 14th January, 1971.

    Although he had earlier announced the postponement of the celebration because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the monarch announced the golden jubilee celebration on his social handles.

    Oba Adeyemi, the permanent chairman of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, in a statement at the weekend, cited the need to adhere to the restrictions occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic as the reason behind the postponement.

    The statement reads: “With due gratitude to God first and foremost, and my illustrious and great ancestors, I will be 50 years on the throne of the most exalted Yoruba throne this month. My gratitude is further deepened by the fact that I ascended the throne at the age of 31.

    “As it is expected, I have made adequate and abundant arrangements for the elaborate thanksgiving ceremony to celebrate the well-deserved occasion.

    “As usual, those who know the importance of the Alaafin stool to the Yoruba nationhood at home and in the diaspora had indicated their intention to be present on the occasion.

    “Accordingly, a lot of resources had been committed by well-meaning people apart from my personal purse; to which we thank God for His blessings. But against the backdrop of the current global pandemic of COVID-19, I have got to make a rethink on the timing of the celebration.

    “With very strong personal pain, but with respect for the sanctity of human life, I have been able to convince my traditional cabinet in the name of Oyomesi, of the need to postpone the formal programme till after the pandemic may have gone in no distant future.

    “Suffice to say that part of the factors that informed the painful decision is the logistics of effecting the social distance rule and the need of harbouring visitors from abroad, the mandatory two weeks isolation, which may not be verified.

    “Consequently, between personal interest and national interest is concerned, especially when it comes to the sanctity of human lives, the choice is clear for any patriot.

    “While regretting any inconvenience the postponement may have caused, the sanctity of human life is more important to me than any social engagement.”

  • Gbajabiamila congratulates Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, on 50th anniversary

    Gbajabiamila congratulates Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, on 50th anniversary

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has congratulated the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, on his 50th anniversary on the throne.

    Gbajabiamila said since his ascension to the throne 50 years ago, the Alaafin has been a source of inspiration not just to the people of the Oyo kingdom but also to the entire nation.

    The Speaker noted with delight how Alaafin became an embodiment of peace and unity among Nigerians in the last 50 years.

    He said the people of Oyo kingdom are lucky to have Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III as their leader.

    Gbajabiamila said apart from being a foremost peacemaker, the Alaafin happens to be a man of honour and integrity, which he said characterize his 50 years of peaceful reign as the Alaafin of Oyo.

    The Speaker congratulated the sons and daughters of the Oyo kingdom, including the Oyo State Government, for witnessing the 50 years of the Alaafin on the throne.

    “Kabiyesi Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III is one man that believes in the unity of his people and the entire nation. This much he has guided his people to achieve in the last 50 years.

    “I am particularly delighted that the 50th anniversary of the Alaafin of Oyo is happening during my lifetime. I believe every Yoruba son and daughter, irrespective of where they are, should be proud of the Alaafin for the kind of leadership he has been providing in the past 50 years.

    “We cannot forget in a hurry how the Alaafin used his good office and leadership style to make the Oyo kingdom a reference point. He is indeed a man blessed with abundant wisdom.

    “To think that the Alaafin is marking his 50 years on the throne at the age of 82 in sound health is another source of joy.

    “I join millions of Nigerians, especially the sons and daughters of Yoruba land, in wishing the Alaafin God’s protection, blessings and wisdom,” Gbajabiamila said.