Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has mourned the death of the Owa Obokun of Ijesha land, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran.
Atiku described the late monarch as an individual who personified the boldness, courage, and discipline of the Ijesha progeny.
Atiku’s condolence was contained in a statement he shared via his X handle on Thursday, September 12.
The statement reads: “With a heavy heart, I received the news of the passing of the Owa Obokun of Ijesha land, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran.
“The late Owa was more than a father-in-law to me. Each time I visited him, he accorded me the homecoming welcome of a son.
“We all loved him dearly. He was a great monarch and personified the boldness, courage, and discipline of the Ijesha progeny.
“On behalf of my wife, Titi, I share my condolences with the Owa-in-Council and the entire indigenes and residents of Ijesha land, especially members of the royal family.
“As Oba Aromolaran turns his face to his Maker, I pray that his soul finds a gentle repose. Amen.”
