News
Osun Finance Commissioner Mourns Passage Of Olukoyi of Ikoyi, Oba Yisau Bamitale
By Kingsley Omoyeni
The Asiwaju of Ikire land, Mr Bola Oyebamiji has described the passage of prominent Osun Monarch, the Olukoyi of Ikoyi, Oba Yisau Bamitale Oyetunji Otunla, Kodaolu 1 as a loss that can not be replaced in the minds of the people.
Mr Oyebamiji said news of the demise of the king came to him as a rude shock, explaining that the ancient town and environs will greatly miss him.
The Commissioner in a message of condolence made available to newsmen in Osogbo on Wednesday said the departed king was a great source of blessing to indigenes and residents of Ikoyi including himself because he taped a lot from his wealth of experience.
He said Ikoyi no doubt witnessed unprecedented growth and development in all the nooks and crannies of the town under the reign of the monarch who has gone to meet his ancestors.
The condolence message reads, “I condole with every son and daughter including every resident of Ikoyi on the passage of our beloved king, Oba Yisau Bamitale who will no doubt be greatly missed because he was a good king. I will personally miss him no doubt because he was a father to me, I learnt so much at his feet.
“I can testify that his thirty five (35) years reign brought a lot of growth and development to the ancient town, the town was extremely peaceful under him.
“Death is inevitable, but we give thanks to almighty Allah who has decided to take you to His side during the holy month of Ramadan, it is a good sign that God is indeed pleased with you.
“On behalf of my entire family, I say goodnight our beloved king. Adieu”. The Asiwaju of Ikire stated.
-
Opinion1 week ago
Bad Roads in Obaagun Township: An S.O.S. to Governor Ademola Adeleke – By Dr. Wale Atoba*
-
Crime1 week ago
Bobrisky Admits Gender In Court, Says I’m a Man
-
News6 days ago
Yoruba Nation: Governor Adeleke Takes Pre-emptive Security Measures, Appeals for Dialogue
-
News1 week ago
Continue Acts of Generosity beyond Ramadan – Tunde Badmus Charges Muslims
-
News4 days ago
Governor Adeleke Appoints Bolorunduro Chairman of Living Trust Mortgage Bank Plc
-
Crime2 days ago
Armed Robbery: Court Sentences Two To Death
-
News1 week ago
Osun League of Veteran Journalists Felicitates Igbaroola on Appointment As DG/PS OSBC
-
News2 weeks ago
Selection of New Olumoro: We’re Determined To Follow Due Process, Says Kingmakers