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Ekiti state – The Alara of Aramoko Ekiti in Ekiti state, Oba Olu Adegoke Adeyemi, has passed away at the age of 82.
Oba Adeyemi joined his ancestors at 82 on Friday, August 8, 2025.
As reported by The Nation, the monarch’s death was announced in a statement issued by his family on Saturday, August 9.
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Alara was celebrated for his remarkable leadership, wisdom, and dedication to the welfare of his people.
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According to the statement, the family said Alara’s reign was distinguished by initiatives in conflict resolution, youth empowerment, and infrastructure development, all of which strengthened communal bonds.
The family disclosed that the monarch’s funeral arrangements will be announced in due course.
Oba Adeyemi, who was born on December 4, 1942, life defined by service in multiple capacities.
The traditional ruler began his professional career as a teacher and later rose through the ranks as a senior civil servant, and
He also served as the Sole Administrator of the former Ifesowapo local government area.
The monarch ascended the throne of his forefathers in 2009.
The late Oba Adeyemi was the Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti (EKSU), where he championed projects aimed at improving educational standards and expanding access for local students.
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Recall that following ex-President Muhammadu Buhari's death, the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, passed away at the age of 91.
Former President Buhari and late Awujale's relationship dated back to 1983 when the former overthrown the then democratic government and saved the latter from dethronement.
Late Oba Adetona was reported to be one of the long-serving traditional rulers in Nigeria as he was on the throne for 62 years.
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In a similar story, Legit.ng reported that the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, joined his ancestors at the age of 90.
Oba Olakulehin passed away on Monday morning, July 7, 2025, one year after he ascended the throne.
The late Oba Olakulehin received the staff of office from Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo state, on July 12, 2024, as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland.
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Adekunle Dada (Politics and Current Affairs Editor) Adekunle Dada is a trained journalist with over 8 years of working experience. He is also a Politics/Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng. He holds a B.Sc. in Mass Communication from Lagos State University, Ojo. Adekunle previously worked at PM News, The Sun, and Within Nigeria, where he expressed his journalistic skills with well-researched articles and features. In 2024, Adekunle obtained a certificate in advanced digital reporting from the Google News Initiative. He can be reached via adekunle.dada@corp.legit.ng.

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