Anikilaya Ruling House of Ijebu -Ode Formal Announcement of Transition of Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona , GCON
The Anikilaya Ruling House of Ijebu-Ode formally announces that Alayeluwa Oba (Dr) Sikiru Kayode Adetona, GCON, JP, Ogbagba II, the Awujale and paramount ruler of Ijebuland and a most illustrious son of Anikilaya Ruling House has joined his ancestors. His glorious exit occurred yesterday.
The Anikilaya Ruling House appreciates the prompt responses of the President and Commander in chief, His Excellency Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, His Excellency Prince Dapo Abiodun CON, the Executive Governor of Ogun State and other Governors, dignitaries and sons and daughters of Ijebuland across the world upon the confirmation of his passing.
Our revered father was a legend, a true icon who lived a highly distinguished, exemplary and dignified life. As a monarch, he was a towering figure in Nigeria. He was indeed the pride of the ruling house and the entire Ijebu race whose legacies will remain secured in the annals of our country and our state.
We will appreciate the prayers of everyone for the immediate family, the Anikilaya Ruling House and the entire Ijebuland at this period.
Omo Anikilaya, sun re o. O digba o.
All ceremonies relating to the passage shall be as announced by the family.
OTUNBA ABIODUN ONANUGA
Otunba Anikilaya of Ijebu