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Senator Daniel Mourns Awujale After 65 Years of Royal Leadership
Senator Daniel mourns Awujale, calling him a symbol of Ijebu pride and integrity in a heartfelt tribute following the monarch’s passing at age 91
Senator Daniel mourns Awujale in a deeply personal and emotional tribute following the passing of His Royal Majesty, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebuland.
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The monarch died on Sunday, July 13, at the age of 91, marking the end of a 65-year reign and a monumental chapter in Yoruba history.
In a statement shared with the press, Senator Otunba Engr. Gbenga Daniel, FNSE, FAEng, described the loss as both personal and collective.
He called the monarch a moral compass, cultural icon, and father figure whose legacy would remain etched in the hearts of Ijebu people and beyond.
“I received the news of the passing of our highly revered monarch with great sadness and a profound sense of loss,” Daniel stated.
“Kabiyesi was not just our traditional ruler in Ijebu land, but a father figure to many of us. His life exemplified the core values of integrity, courage and wisdom.”
Senator Daniel mourns Awujale not only as a political leader and respected senator but as the Otunba Obalofin of Ijebu land—a title given to him by the royal court.
His words reflect a unique closeness to the departed monarch, with whom he shared a long-standing personal bond.
Describing the monarch as “Orisa Ijebu,” a deified figure of prosperity and guidance, Daniel highlighted how Oba Adetona came to symbolise progress and enterprise during his six and a half decades on the throne.
Kabiyesi was the moral compass of integrity, courage and wisdom. His life symbolised the full essence of our culture and traditional values.
He praised the monarch’s ability to unite and elevate the identity of the Ijebu people.
“Kabiyesi became the symbol and identity of progress, resourcefulness and enterprise, earning the sobriquet ‘Orisa Ijebu’, an apotheosis of a god with spiritual authority and a dispenser of prosperity,” he noted.
Daniel’s tribute also reflected on the monarch’s long reign, which he said filled a historical and spiritual void.
The senator acknowledged the monarch’s impact not only on Ijebu land but also on Yoruba land and Nigeria at large.
Senator Daniel mourns Awujale with heartfelt condolences extended to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whom he described as a close friend and alter ego of the monarch, as well as to Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, the Council of Otunbas, the chiefs, and the entire Ijebu diaspora.
“I am personally comforted that Kabiyesi Adetona has just transitioned into the eternal realm of immortality and spirituality where he will forever superintend over the affairs of Akile Ijebu and its prosperity,” Daniel said.
He concluded his message with prayers for the monarch’s earthly family, wishing them divine guidance and strength during their period of mourning.
As tributes continue to pour in from across Nigeria and beyond, the passing of Oba Adetona is being recognised as a major turning point in Yoruba traditional history.
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Known for his wisdom, candour and cultural leadership, the Awujale’s legacy will continue to shape generations to come.
In a decisive move aimed at alleviating the economic burdens of retired public servants, Zamfara State Governor, Dr Dauda Lawal, has officially approved increased monthly pension payments for all former workers from both state and local government offices. The approval follows an extensive financial review of retirees’ living conditions, with particular attention to those in lower-income brackets who have been disproportionately affected by the prevailing cost-of-living crisis.
The decision was precipitated by the findings and recommendations of a special committee empaneled to evaluate the welfare situation of pensioners across the state. The committee’s report highlighted acute financial distress among aging retirees and called for immediate remedial action. In response, the state government has authorized a substantive upward adjustment in monthly pension stipends.
This increment aligns seamlessly with the Federal Government’s Minimum Wage Act of 2024, which explicitly recommended an additional monthly sum of at least N32,000 for pensioners. Governor Lawal has opted for full implementation of this advisory for all retired state and local government employees a policy intervention expected to benefit thousands of households across Zamfara. The state government has subsequently issued binding directives to all relevant agencies to ensure the expeditious and seamless disbursement of the enhanced payments without procedural delays.
Speaking on the development, the Honourable Commissioner for Information and Culture, Mahmud Muhammad Dantawasa, characterized the policy as a tangible demonstration of Governor Lawal’s unwavering commitment to improving the quality of life for both active and former government workers. According to the Commissioner, the administration operates on the principle that dignified retirement includes access to basic necessities and financial comfort. Beneficiaries across all local government areas have been assured of prompt payment once implementation commences.
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