The 52 years the late Alaafin Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi spent on the thrown were very remarkable years.
This was the conclusion on Saturday by President Muhammadu Buhari in his condolence message to the government and people of Oyo State over the passing of Alaafin of Oyo.
A statement signed by Femi Adesina’s presidential aide, noted that the President affirmed that the Alaafin of Oyo’s 52 years rule was remarkable in many ways.
According to him, most significant was the emphasis he placed on human development, thereby encouraging learning as a culture and formal education as a necessity while promoting values of peace and stability.
The statement added, “As a highly revered traditional ruler, President Buhari notes the late monarch’s numerous participations in national meetings and conferences to shape the future of the country, and the living words of wisdom he shared at every opportunity on unity and people-focused governance.
“The President shares the grief with the Oyo State Traditional Council, Oba Lamidi’s family, friends, and associates, particularly in sports where he left another footprint.
President Buhari prays that the Almighty God will receive his soul.”