President Bola Tinubu has commiserated and expressed his heartfelt condolences to the people of Idanre, the government and people of Ondo State, over the passing of Oba Frederick Adegunle Aroloye, Arubiefin IV, Owa of Idanre kingdom and paramount ruler of Idanre land.
News About Nigeria reports that this is contained in a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity on Wednesday.
The President paid tribute to the first-class traditional ruler who was an advocate of peace, prosperity, and development during his remarkable 48-year reign on the throne of his ancestors.
“While joining the good people of Idanre to pray for the repose of the soul of the late monarch, the President affirms that the Owa will be long remembered for upholding the dignity of the throne and for his unwavering commitment to the progress of his people,” the statement reads.
The President prays to God Almighty to grant the soul of the departed eternal rest and comfort to those who mourn.
The Owa of Idanre Kingdom, Oba Frederick Aroloye, passed away at the age of 102.
The Lisa of Idanre Kingdom, Chief Christopher Akindolire, confirmed the death of the first-class traditional ruler on Wednesday.
The chief stated that preparations for the necessary traditional rites are already taking place in the palace.
Oba Aroloye, ascended the throne in 1976 as the 26th Owa of Idanre and paramount ruler of all of Idanreland in September 1976, following the transition of his father, the 25th Owa, Oba Aladegbule Aroloye Arubiefin III.
