Ekiti Governor Mourns Passing of Elemure of Emure-Ekiti, HRM Oba Emmanuel Adebayo
Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has expressed his condolences following the death of the Elemure of Emure-Ekiti, HRM Oba Emmanuel Adebayo. The renowned traditional ruler's passing was officially communicated to the governor over the weekend after the completion of all traditional rites.
In a condolence message signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, Governor Oyebanji described Oba Adebayo's demise as a sad development, especially since the late monarch had shown no signs of illness during their last meeting.
Governor Oyebanji hailed the late Oba Adebayo as a loving and dependable ruler who deeply cared for his people and was passionately involved in the welfare and development of Emure-Ekiti. He extended his sympathies to the monarch's family, the Elemure-in-Council, and the people of Emure-Ekiti, encouraging them to take solace in the impactful life of service that Oba Adebayo led.
"My condolences and those of the Government of Ekiti State go to the immediate family of the late Kabiyesi, the Elemure-in-Council, and the good people of Emure-Ekiti on the demise of the Elemure, Oba Emmanuel Adebayo," Governor Oyebanji stated.
"The late Oba Adebayo was a great leader, a development enthusiast, and a patriot who devoted his early life to serving the country as a police officer, rising to the position of Commissioner of Police before ascending the throne of his forefathers. His reign as a traditional ruler brought significant development to his town.
"Our prayer is that the good Lord grants the departed monarch eternal rest and comforts the family and the good people of Emure-Ekiti," the Governor added.
