Popular Yoruba Oba Joined Ancestors
THE Alaye of Odogbolu, HRM Oba Adedeji Olusegun Atanda Onagoruwa, Elesi 1 has joined his ancestors.
Kabiyesi joined his ancestors on Monday, February 24, 2025 at the age of 80.
Oba Alaye, a custodian of culture and tradition, was widely respected for his leadership, wisdom, and dedication to the development of Odogbolu and its people.
His reign witnessed significant strides in community development, peacebuilding, and the preservation of the town’s rich cultural heritage.
Details surrounding the circumstances of his passing remain undisclosed, but the news has sent shockwaves across the state and beyond.
Residents of Odogbolu have expressed deep sorrow, describing the late monarch as a father figure and a unifying force in the community.
The Ogun State government and traditional leaders across the region are expected to issue official statements in the coming hours.
Meanwhile, preparations for traditional rites and a befitting burial ceremony are underway, in line with the customs of the Odogbolu kingdom.
As the town mourns, tributes are pouring in from far and wide, celebrating the life and legacy of Oba Alaye, whose impact will be remembered for generations to come.
