*President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolences to the royal family, Government, and people of Oyo State, Nigeria, over the passage of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, describing him as ‘a revered traditional ruler, statesman, and symbol of peace, wisdom, and continuity’

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said he received with deep shock the news of the passing of His Imperial Majesty (HIM), Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, in Oyo State of Nigeria, who passed away at 90.

Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolences to the royal family, the Government, and people of Oyo State, as well as the entire Ibadanland, on the loss of a revered traditional ruler, statesman, and symbol of peace, wisdom, and continuity.

He mourns the Olubadan, and celebrates his remarkable life of service to his people, the state, and the nation.

The Nigerian leader also has described the late monarch as “a highly accomplished man of peace, public servant, former Military officer, and royal father whose life embodied the highest ideals of leadership, learning, and service.

Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Monday, July 7, 2025, in a statement, noted President Tinubu said: “Oba Owolabi Olakulehin was not only a custodian of Ibadan’s rich history and culture but also a man of intellect and principle whose contributions extended beyond the palace into education, governance, the military and national development.

“His passing is a significant loss to Ibadanland and the nation.”

The President stated: “Just last week, I received an invitation from the late Olubadan to his 90th birthday and first coronation anniversary celebrations.

“Shockingly, his death came days before the anniversary.

“He will be remembered for upholding the honour and prestige of his highly revered stool.”

Tinubu also applauded late Oba Olakulehin’s legacy as one that bridged tradition and modernity.

His wisdom and moral authority served as a stabilising force in Ibadanland and the wider Yoruba nation, said President Tinubu.

The statement noted the Nigerian President prayed for the peaceful repose of the monarch’s soul, while urging the people of Ibadan to take solace in his life and the values he embodied.