Oba Jimoh Oyewunmi, the 20th Soun Ogbomoso in Oyo State joined his ancestors in the early hours of Sunday at the age of 95 years.
Palace sources confirmed that members of the late Oyewunmi’s family, chiefs and kinsmen had started arriving at the palace to mourn the departure of the First Class traditional ruler.
Advertisement
Oba Oyewunmi, born on May 27, 1926 to the Gbagun ruling house, ascended the throne in 1973 and reigned as Ajagungbade III for 48 years.
Mr Toyin Ajamu, Private Secretary to Oba Oyewunmi further confirmed that an official announcements would be made by the appropriate quarters soon.
Advertisement
Late Oba Oyewunmi was an accomplished businessman until he ascended the throne of his forefathers.