The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, has been committed to mother earth on Sunday, January 2, 2022.
The remains of the Yoruba monarch who passed away on Sunday were conveyed in an ambulance of the University College Hospital, Ibadan.
The Nation reported that the corpse was returned to the palace at about 4:35 pm from Mapo Hall where a lying in state and prayer was held.
The 93-year-old monarch was laid to rest amidst tears and weeping at his Popoyemoja Palace in Ibadan.
Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Sheikh AbdulGaniy Agbotomokekere, alongside other top Islamic leaders presided over the burial ceremony which was held according to Islamic rites.
The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Rauf Olaniyan, led the list of top government functionaries present at the burial, alongside thousands of indigenes and residents of Ibadan who witnessed the burial.
The first class monarch who ascended the throne on March 4, 2026 died at the age of 93.
It was learnt that the Olubadan joined his ancestors early Sunday morning, at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
When contacted to confirm the demise of the monarch, the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of UCH, Mr. Toye Akinrinlola, said “we are still not aware but I am already working on it. I will get back to you as soon as possible.”