Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has expressed his condolences on the passing of the Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesa land, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, the Governor described the loss of the prominent monarch as painful, huge, and monumental.
He noted that the late Oba Aromolaran distinguished himself not only as a first-class traditional ruler but also as a renowned educationist, father figure, peacemaker, nation builder, and a repository of history and knowledge.
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Governor Oyebanji said the late Oba Aromolaran left worthy legacies that would continue to benefit generations yet unborn and had immortalized himself in the hearts of the people.
The Governor acknowledged the late royal father’s intellectual prowess as a writer, teacher, and publisher of several books, many of which were official titles for WAEC’s ‘O’ and ‘A’ Level examinations for many years.
He expressed regret that the wise counsel of the deceased would be sorely missed, as he was a respected elder looked up to for guidance by contemporary leaders.
While praying for the peaceful repose of the soul of the deceased, Governor Oyebanji prayed that God would grant the family, the Owa Obokun-in-Council, the people of Ijesa land, and the Government and people of Osun State the fortitude to bear the loss.
