The Osun state governor, Mr Ademola Adeleke, has mourned the passing of the Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran, who died on Wednesday, 11th of September, 2024.
Adeleke described the late Owa as a father figure, a pillar of support, and a teacher who was deeply committed to the development of Ijesaland and Osun State.
Adeleke’s sympathy was contained in a statement signed by his Spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Thursday, 12th of September, 2024
The statement partly reads:
“Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has expressed his heartfelt condolences over the passing of the Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Dr Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran, who departed on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.
“In a statement issued today at Osogbo, Governor Adeleke described the late monarch as a ‘father figure, a pillar of support, and a teacher’ who was deeply committed to the development of Ijesaland and Osun State.
“He praised Oba Aromolaran for his boldness, candour, elegance, and literary energy, through which he inspired the people during his successful reign as Owa Obokun.
“While expressing sadness at the demise of the Kabiyesi, Governor Adeleke acknowledged the late Oba’s unwavering support for his administration, even in challenging times, and appreciated his constant communication on matters of development in Ijesaland and Osun State at large.
“Kabiyesi was a deeply selfless father, who took no prisoners when it came to matters of development and wellbeing of the people. He was a friend of good governance, no matter the colour or race.
“The last time I was with him was the flag off of the dualisation of Brewery – Palace road. I am glad our late erudite scholar witnessed a new phase of development for Ijeshaland’, the statement quoted the Governor as saying.
“Governor Adeleke condoled with the people of Ijesa-land, the Aromolaran royal family, and the entire traditional institution in Osun State, saying, “We will miss him dearly, but his impact on our lives and the development of Osun State will never be forgotten’.” [CONTINUE READING HERE]>>>>>
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