By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun
The Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran has joined his ancestors.
It was learnt that the paramount ruler passed away in the early hours of today at the age of 87 years.
Born on October 13 1937, Oba Aromolaran ascended the throne in 1982 and ruled Ijesaland for 42years.
In a statement issued on Thursday by Mallam Olawale Rasheed, his spokesperson, Governor Ademola 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.
Governor Adeleke condoled with the people of Ijesaland, the Aromolaran royal family, and the entire traditional institution in Osun State.
