Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has led a high powered delegation to condole with the government and people of Ogun State on the passing of Awujale of Ijebuland and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland,
Oba (Dr.) Sikiru Kayode Adetona.

The monarch passed away at the age of 91 after reigning for 65 years.

Governor Zulum was received at the Ogun State Governor’s Office in Abeokuta by Governor Dapo Abiodun alongside the late monarch’s first son, Prince Adedire Adetona, and Prince Adejuwon Adetona.

Speaking during the visit, Governor Zulum described the late Oba as a person of proven integrity with unquestionable character.

“We are here to commiserate with the government and people of Ogun State, and in particular the family of the late paramount ruler, HRM Oba (Dr.) Sikiru Kayode Adetona, GCON. The late Oba contributed immensely to the development of Nigeria and Ogun State”, Zulum stated.

The governor further noted that the relationship between the people of Borno and the Southwest is deeply rooted, with shared similarities in culture, religion and values which compelled him to personally pay his respects.

He prayed Almighty Allah to give the family the fortitude to bear the great loss.

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, appreciated governor Zulum for the visit, stating that he is the first governor from Northern Nigeria to visit and commiserate with the state, “His Excellency, Governor Babagana Zulum, is the first to call on the people of Ogun State over the passing of our paramount ruler. We deeply appreciate this gesture”, Abiodun stressed.

Speaking on behalf of the family, Prince Adedire Adetona, expressed appreciation to the government and people of Borno State for the visit, noting that it demonstrated true solidarity.

Governor Zulum was accompanied on the visit by the Acting APC National Chairman, Hon. Ali Dalori; Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan; Hon. Bukar Talba; Hon. Abudulkadir Rahis and the Special Assistant on Political Affairs.