President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has expressed heartfelt condolences to the Olubadan Royal Family, the Olubadan-in-Council, the people of Ibadanland, and the government of Oyo State over the passing of Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland.
Oke, who also serves as president of Sword of the Spirit Ministries and founder of Precious Cornerstone University (PCU), conveyed his sympathies in a statement titled: “Condolences on the Passage of Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland.”
He described the late monarch’s demise as the end of a remarkable chapter in Oyo State’s traditional leadership.
“We received with deep sadness the news of the passing of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin. His transition marks the end of a significant era in the history of Ibadan and the traditional institution in Oyo State”, he said.
Oke extolled the virtues of the late monarch, describing him as “A leader of wisdom, humility, and grace” who prioritised peace, unity, and inclusive leadership throughout his reign.
“Oba Olakulehin was a devoted Christian and a father figure to all. He embodied quiet strength, generosity, and unwavering dedication to the well-being of his people. His patriotic service further deepens his legacy as a military officer during the Nigerian Civil War.”
According to the cleric, under Oba Olakulehin’s leadership, Ibadanland witnessed notable transformations in traditional governance and communal development.
“Though his reign was relatively brief, it was impactful and inspirational. His contributions to the growth of Ibadan and the elevation of its traditional institutions will be remembered for generations,” he added.
