Dare Babalola
The Bishop Emeritus of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo, Most Rev. Julius Adelakun, has passed away.
The Bishop of Oyo Catholic Archdiocese, Most Rev. Emmanuel Badejo, announced in a statement on Saturday that Adelakun passed away on Friday at 91 years old.
Badejo praised the late Adelakun, saying he lived a full and impactful life, leaving a lasting legacy that touched countless lives through his exemplary witness.
He announced that funeral arrangements will be communicated in due course, and urged Catholics of Oyo diocese to continue praying fervently for the eternal repose of the late Bishop’s soul.
“He shepherded the Diocese of Oyo with dedication for decades, leaving behind a legacy of faithful service to God, the Church, and humanity,” Badejo added.
Born on November 4, 1934, Bishop Adelakun was ordained a Catholic priest on June 27, 1965, and ordained bishop on February 11, 1973.
Adelakun was Bishop of Oyo for 36 years, serving from April 13, 1973, until his retirement on November 4, 2009.
