Otunba Adebayo Alao-Akala Former Governor of Oyo state, Chief Niyi Akintola, a frontline legal luminary and a member of National Assembly, Hon Akande Sadipe have mourn the demise of olubadan of Ibadanland Oba Saliu Akanmu Aje Ogunguniso 111
The trio in their separate condolence letter described the late monarch as a peaceful and responsible monarch whose reign witnessed unprecedented development in Ibadan , and Oyo state at large
Alao Akala said “Coming at a time, when we are still mourning the unfortunate demise of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Jimoh Oladunni Oyewumi Ajagungbade 111, the Soun of Ogbomosoland, who joined his ancestors about 22 days ago, the sudden departure of yet another foremost Oba in Yorubaland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji, Aje Ogunguniso 1 is yet another unpleasant experience we have to learn to live with.
“Baba Kabiyesi is a perfect example of a man of courage and resilience who stood by what he believed in damning all consequences.
“Kabiyesi’s reign was a blessing to Ibadanland and Oyo state in general and he will be sorely missed.
“It is my sincere prayers that God almighty grant Baba aljannah fridaous and console the Adetunji family, the good people of Oyo state and Nigeria at large.
Chief Adeniyi Akintola in his statement lamented the exit of the king of the biggest city south side of the Sahara desert who died at the age of 93
“Ha Erin ti wo!! May the Lord grant him Aljanna Firdaus.”
(Dirge)
Let the city that dwells among the 7 hills mourn Omo Aje
Please tell Agbe this is no time to fiddle with the pot of Aro(dye).
Tell Aluko this time is wrong for pecking the camwood for (Osun) the reddish paste for body adornment.
Tell Lekeleke, the cattle egret not to mess with lime, its no time to make chalk.
Let all go with heads bowed low because our kind and industrious king has joined his ancestors.
Also Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe described the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, describing him as a brave and courageous leader.
According to her, Oba Adetunji, was a successful businessman and first class Traditional Ruler, who died today after close to five years on the throne of his forefathers.
Akande-Sadipe whose condolence message was contained in a statement issued in Ibadan today by his Media Aide, Olamilekan Olusada noted that the late monarch led his people with utmost diligence and unassuming dedication, commending his strong adherence for peace, progress and development
