A prominent traditional ruler in Lagos State, Osolo of Isolo, Oba Kabiru Agbabiaka has joined his ancestors.
Aged 64 years, Agbabiaka died on Wednesday shortly after returning from Eid ground where he had joined other Muslim faithful to observe the two rakah Eid -el-fitr prayer.
His sudden death sent shockwaves to his relations, friends and indigenes of Isolo, an Awori yoruba speaking community.
The Chairman of Isolo Local Council Development Area, Olasoju Adebayo, disclosed confirmed his death in a statement today.
The late King has since been buried at 4 pm in accordance with Islamic customs.
The statement from Adebayo reads : “I have the instruction of the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to formally announce the passing of the paramount ruler of Isolo Kingdom, Oba Kabiru Agbabiaka, Adeola Olushi III, today April 10, 2024.
“He was 64.
“He will be buried today by 4pm at his palace, 3/5 Akinbaye Street, Isolo, according to Islamic rites. May his soul rest in peace.”
However, Olasoju, did not disclose the cause of his death. (vitalnewsngr.com)
