Awujale of Ijebu dies at 91

Dare Babalola

Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebuland, has joined his ancestors.

The Yoruba monarch died on Sunday at the age of 91.

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 later…

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