His Imperial Majesty Oba (Dr) Frederick Adegunle Aroloye, Arubiefin IV, the Owa of Idanre Kingdom and paramount ruler of Idanre land, has passed away.
High Chief Christopher Oluwole Akindolire, the Lisa of Idanre land (traditional Prime Minister of Idanre), confirmed the monarch’s death on Wednesday morning.
He noted that preparations for the necessary traditional rites are already underway at the palace.
Oba Aroloye, who was 102 years old, had been on the throne since 1976.
We Have Lost Strong Pillar, Bastion of Wisdom – Youth Minister, Olawande
The Minister of State For Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande has mourned the passing of the first class traditional ruler.
Olawande in a statement on Wednesday said the revered monarch epitomized peace and wisdom, adding that he would greatly missed.
The statement reads, “The passing of our royal father and frontline traditional ruler, the Owa of Idanre, Oba Fredrick Adegunle Aroloye Arubiefin IV effectively closed a rich chapter in the compelling history of traditional rulership in Idanre town.
” The death of Oba Frederick Aroloye is particularly a great loss to those of us, young people, who relied greatly on his deep wisdom and counsel as we navigate through life’s complexities.
” The Owa was a peaceful man and a father to all and sundry. He epitomised unity and constantly supported progress. His wisdom, which he freely and willingly shared, was unparalleled and saw to the progress of Idanre during his near 5 decades reign. Indeed, Kabiesi’s unique leadership and simplicity will be sorely missed.
” I extend my deep condolences to the immediate family of Oba Fredrick Aroloye and the entire Idanre Land. I also urge the family and the people of Idanre to take solace in the understanding that the late monarch lived a life of service to humanity. I prayed to God to accept the return of the monarch and grant him eternal peace.”
