The Aareonakakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams, on Sunday described the death of Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji as a huge loss to Yoruba land in particular, and Nigeria in general.
Adams said the death of the popular monarch also robbed the nation of a mature and peaceful monarch.
Aare Gani Adams, in a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Kehinde Aderemi, expressed shock at the sad news, saying the late Oba Saliu Adetunji was mostly loved by sons and daughters of Ibadanland for having the most peaceful reign in Ibadan in recent history.
Adams said: “I feel sad at the news of Kabiesi’s death. However, I am happy he died a hero.The late Oba Adetunji, in his lifetime brought immense development to Ibadanland. He was very mature, pleasant and peaceful.
“The late Olubadan was never controversial. He was among the prominent Obas that graced my installation ceremony as the Aareonakakanfo of Yorubaland in Oyo in January 2018.
“And he had a robust relationship with the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, throughout his reign”.
“Kabiesi’s mature and peaceful life was on display throughout his reign and it was evident that Ibadanland had peaceful and great moment in history during his reign.
“He was a very pleasant and brave man with distinct records of successes. Kabiesi’s five years reign was a milestone and we can hardly forget his immense contributions to the ancient town of Ibadan, as well as the traditional institutions.
With his death, Yorubaland has lost a peaceful monarch and symbol of humility. We have also lost one of our respected monarchs and a pillar of hope for our race. Kabiesi died at a deservedly old age and his strength of character was very noticeable.His imprints in Ibadan and the entire southwest were remarkable.”
The news of Oba Saliu Adetunji’s death broke out in the early hours of Sunday.
He was 93 years old.
