The the Owamiran of Esa-Oke, Oba Adeyemi Akanbi Adediran, has joined his ancestors.
Oba Adediran’s transition was announced on Wednesday in a statement by the Ijesa Community Development Assembly (ICDA)
In the statement issued and signed by Asiwaju of Ijesaland, Olayinka Fasuyi, the ICDA described the death of the traditional ruler as a moment of deep sorrow.
The group stated that Owamiran “took his final bow and joined his ancestors” in the early hours of today, Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
The ICDA noted that the late traditional ruler served as a custodian of culture and a unifying figure within Esa-Oke and the wider Ijesaland.
The statement said his reign was characterised by dignity, wisdom, and commitment to peace, unity and development across his domain.
According to the statement, Oba Adediran was a monarch of quiet strength and thoughtful leadership who upheld the responsibilities of his office with honour.
The assembly added that he ensured the preservation and promotion of the cultural heritage of Esa-Oke throughout his time on the throne.
“The monarch provided stability during periods of uncertainty and played a reassuring role in times of communal challenges.
“The late king supported initiatives aimed at advancing education, social harmony and community development,” ICDA said.
Describing him as a father figure, the statement said “his leadership fostered unity and strengthened communal ties among the people of Esa-Oke.”
The assembly added that his contributions extended beyond his immediate domain to the broader development of Ijesaland.
The group then extended condolences to the royal family, the people of Esa-Oke, the Obokun Local Government Traditional Rulers Council, and the Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Clement Adesuyi Haastrup and the entire of Ijesaland on the demise of the King. (vitalnewsngr.com)
