Osun mourns Olukoyi of Ikoyi as monarch joins ancestors

By Ismail Azeez, Osogbo

The Olukoyi of Ikoyi land, Isokan Local government area of Osun state, Oba Yisau Bamitale Oyetunji Otunla, Kodaolu 1 has passed away.

It was leant the monarch joined his ancestors after a brief illness on Monday at the age of 75.

It was gathered that the official announcement would made tomorrow when the corps arrives the town.

The traditional ruler reigned for thirty five (35) years.

Nigerian NewsDirect also learnt that his body will be committed to the mother earth on Thursday 21st of April, 2022 at Olukoyi Palace, Ikoyi-Osun.

Mourning monarch’s death, Osun government has commiserated with the royal family of the Olukoyi of Ikoyi land over the demise of the traditional ruler.

The government, in a statement on Tuesday signed by Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, Funke Egbemode, described the 35-year reign of Oba Oyetunji Otunla as a notable for utmost commitment and love for his people, adding that the monarch will be greatly missed.

“The government and the good people of Osun pray God grants him eternal rest, and his family and the entire Ikoyi town the fortitude to bear the loss,” the statement added.