Owa Of Ijesaland, Oba Aromolaran, Passes Away

Owa Of Ijesaland, Oba Aromolaran, Passes Away

Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran, the Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, is reported to have died after a short illness on Wednesday. A source from the palace, who requested anonymity, confirmed the monarch’s death.

The Owa Obokun palace has yet to release an official statement regarding the passing of Oba Aromolaran. However, palace insiders have verified the news, indicating that traditional rites are currently being performed as part of the mourning process.

“The monarch has indeed passed away, but we are awaiting an official statement from the palace,” the source said. “You can observe that traditional rites are underway, which must be completed before any formal announcement.”

A noticeable increase in security presence has been observed around the palace, and traditional ceremonies associated with the death of a king are being conducted. Oba Aromolaran had a distinguished reign lasting over 40 years.