The remains of the late traditional ruler, the Awujale of Ijebu, Oba Sikiru Adetona, have been buried at his private home, Ogbagba Court, Igbeba, Ijebu-Ode.
Oba Adetona passed away on Sunday at the age of 91.
Islamic clerics, led by the Chief Imam of Ijebu, Sheikh Muftau Adesanya Ayanbadejo, performed the final rites in line with Islamic injunctions.
Gov. Dapo Abiodun, speaking after the interment, expressed deep gratitude for the late traditional ruler’s unwavering support throughout his journey to the Ogun Government House.
Abiodun described the Awujale as an exceptional leader and philanthropist, who served his people faithfully and championed culture, development and unity across Ijebu community.
He added that Adetona’s enduring legacy would inspire both present and future generations, having brought global recognition and remarkable progress to Ijebu.
“He was not only a revered ruler but also a father figure, symbol of truth, and guiding light for the people,” Abiodun stated.
Dignitaries in attendance included former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, ex-governors Olusegun Osoba and Gboyega Oyetola, and Minister Bosun Tijani.
Business magnate, Alh. Aliko Dangote, also attended, alongside many others, all paying glowing tributes to the late Oba.
They hailed him as Nigeria’s most influential traditional ruler, whose reign exemplified wisdom, strength, and a deep commitment to his people’s welfare.
Prominent Ijebu sons and daughters also praised his historic reign as Nigeria’s longest-serving first class traditional ruler.
Oba Adetona’s death a huge loss – Bode George
Meanwhile, former PDP National Deputy Chairman, Chief Olabode George, has described the passing of the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, as a huge loss.
George, a former Military Governor of old Ondo State in a statement on Monday in Lagos, said that the legacies of the late Oba would remain for many generations.
George, said: “I was in Form 1 at Ijebu-Ode Grammar School, Ijebu-Ode in 1960 when the 26-year-old Prince returned to Nigeria to be crowned as the Awujale of Ijebuland.
“With my classmates, we lined up along the road leading to Itoro Hall where the coronation took place.
“From that day in 1960 to July 13, 2025 when he joined his ancestors, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, displayed humility, flamboyance, panache, royalty and dignity.
“He displayed class, honour, colour, energetic style and boldness in his interaction with his subjects, governments and people in the Diaspora.
“I know his legacies will continue to remain indelible. His death is a huge loss,” he said.
The PDP leader said that till his last breath, Oba Adetona was a father figure to him.
According to him, the late traditional ruler was also a formidable leader and traditional ruler, who protected the name of the Ijebus, home and abroad, and projected their image.
“The annual Ojude-Oba event became a reference point for others, thanks to the creativity, dynamism and connections of Oba Adetona.
“We really have to thank God that Oba Adetona reigned for six and a half decades,” George, the Atona Oodua of Yorubaland, added.
The PDP chieftain prayed God to grant the late traditional ruler eternal repose and comfort his family and Ijebu people worldwide.