BREAKING: Awujale of Ijebu, Buhari’s longtime friend, dies at 91
Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebuland, has died at the age of 91.
The monarch passed away on Sunday, just hours after the announcement of the death of Muhammadu Buhari, his longtime friend and former… pic.twitter.com/Ro1U3gfbrz
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The monarch passed away on Sunday, just hours after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced the demise of former Muhammadu Buhari, who is also a longtime friend to the deceased monarch.
Oba Adetona, who was one of the longest-reigning traditional rulers in the country, ascended the throne in 1960, and a highly respected voice among Yoruba monarchs and across the country.
Details of the circumstances surrounding his death are still emerging, and official statements from the palace and state government are expected shortly.
Details later…