Lagos traditional ruler passes on after Eid prayers

A traditional ruler in the Isolo area of Lagos State, Oba Kabiru Agbabiaka, has passed on.

He passed on after Eid-el-Fitr prayers, which signaled the end of the one-month Ramadan fast. He was aged 64.

The Chairman of Isolo Local Council Development Area, Olasoju Adebayo, confirmed the death through a statement on Wednesday.

“I have the instruction of the Executive Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, to formally announce the passing of the paramount ruler of Isolo Kingdom, Oba Kabiru Alani Adelaja Agbabiaka, Adeola Olushi III, today 10th April, 2024.

“He will be buried today by 4 pm at his palace, 3/5 Akinbaye Street, Isolo according to Islamic rites,” Adebayo wrote.

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