The Oba was said to have given up the ghost after the Eid prayers, signalling the end of Ramadan, this morning.
A statement signed by the Chairman of Isolo LCDA, Olasoju Adebayo, formally announced the Oba’s demise.
The remains of the late Oba, according to the statement, would be committed to the mother earth by 4:00pm today, according to Islamic injunctions.
The statement reads:
The PASSING OF OSOLO, HRM OBA KABIRU ALANI ADELAJA AGBABIAKA
“I have the instruction of the Executive Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-olu to formally announce the passing of the paramount ruler of Isolo Kingdom, Oba Kabiru Alani Adelaja Agbabiaka, Adeola Olushi III, today 10th April, 2024.
“He was aged 64.
“He will be buried today by 4:00pm at his palace, 3/5 Akinbaye Street, Isolo, according to Islamic rites.
“May his soul rest in peace!”
