As the people of Osun continue to mourn the demise of the late Akinrin of Ikirun, Oba Rauf Olayiwola Olawale, the Oluomo of Modakeke, Alhaji Fatai Kolawole has expressed sadness over the passage of the front line monarch.
Kolawole in a condolence message described the late Oba Olayiwola as a father-figure for all who he said would be remembered for his total commitment to the development of his territory and subjects.
The statement reads, "I received the demise of our father, Oba Olayiwola with a rude shock, Baba's death came at a time when his wise-counsel was needed most particularly at this period when the peace of the country is continuously being threatened"
"During his reign, Oba Olayiwola committed his entire life to the development of his town and explored every means to ensure that the lives of his subjects are positively impacted"
"Baba's love for education for all is second to none, for more than three decades he transformed the educational landscape of Ikirun and environs in both western and Islamic education"
"It must also be said that the late Akinrun was truly a study in religious co-existence. He was tolerant of Christians despite his territory being dominated by Muslims."
"Baba shall be greatly missed not only by the people of Ikirun but the state of Osun in general"
"I commiserate with the state government, the Osun traditional council, and people of Ikirun on this great loss"
"I pray that Allah forgives his sins and grant him alijana fridaus", the statement concluded.
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