Izuchukwu Okosi
The city of Ibadan has been thrown into mourning Sunday morning with news of the demise of The Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Saliu Adetunji.
The monarch who was 93-years-old, passed away today (2 January) at the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan, Oyo state according to various sources from the ancient city.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelHe was crowned the 41st Olubadan of Ibadan following his coronation on March 4, 2016.
Prior to his coronation as the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Saliu Adetunji was the Balogun (warrior) of Ibadan land.
Oba Adetunji was a successful businessman and Ibadan was peaceful during his reign.
There has not been further comments by the management of UCH or the family as Toke Akinrinlola the Public Relations Officer could not give further information about the sad news.
Izuchukwu Okosi is a Nigerian sports and entertainment journalist with two decades of experience in the media industry having begun his media journey in 2002 as an intern at Mundial Sports International (MSI) and Africa Independent Television (AIT), owners of Daar Communications Plc.
