The Special adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Culture and Tourism Hon Akeem Ademola Ige has described the late Soun of Ogbomoso as an embodiment of culture and tradition who contributed greatly to promotion of cultural values during his reign
Ige who is also the Baameto Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland said everything about him speaks Royalty, despite being a muslim he doesn’t denigrate nor abandoned yoruba culture and traditions
During his reign i can testify that none of the cultural activities was skipped or abolished, rather it was funkified and usually celebrated in an elaborate manner and some of this activities has given Ogbomoso a global fame.
“‘ He was selfless, humane and accommodating, Baba will always give you audience and give meaningful advise and always promote peace , it is sad that he left at this time.
The former minority leader of Oyo state House of Assembly however pray that Almighty Allah grant his soul eternal rest and grant the family, entire Ogbomoso Kingdom and Oyo state the fortitude to bear the loss
