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Breaking: Olu-Epe, Oba Adewale, joins ancestors
Olu of Epe Kingdom, Oba Shefiu Olatunji Adewale, has passed away.
The 86-year-old monarch reportedly died on Saturday morning.
Report says the 19th ruler of Epe will be laid to rest today in accordance with Islamic rites.
The death was confirmed on Saturday by High Chief Odedeogboro Balogun of Epe Kingdom, Musiliu Adeniyi who said the king’s passing was true and he will be buried today.
“The news is true. It was this morning.
“He will be buried 4’O clock today,” Adeniyi said
Prior to his ascension to the throne, Oba Adewale served as Otun-Balogun, the third-highest chieftaincy title in the land, before being promoted to Balogun and subsequently crowned king.
A retired Director of Administration in the Ministry of Education, he also once served as Executive Secretary at the Ministry of Lands.
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