RismadarVoice Reporters
October 17, 2026
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has expressed sadness over the death of the Owa-Oye of Imesi-Ile, Oba Ademola Enoch Akinyemi, Oyoyo II.
The monarch died on Friday, October 16, 2026, according to a statement issued on Saturday by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed.
Adeleke described the monarch’s passing as a significant loss to the people of Imesi-Ile and the traditional institution in Osun State.
He praised the late traditional ruler for his commitment to peace, unity and community development throughout his reign.
“The passing of Oba Ademola Enoch Akinyemi is a great loss to Imesi-Ile and the traditional institution in Osun State. He was a royal father who valued peace, promoted unity and dedicated himself to the progress of his people,” the governor said.
Adeleke noted that the monarch’s contributions to the development of Imesi-Ile would be remembered with respect.
He extended his condolences to the royal family, the Owa-Oye-in-Council and residents of Imesi-Ile.
The governor also prayed for the peaceful repose of the monarch’s soul and asked God to grant his family and subjects the strength to bear the loss.
