Ogbomoso monarch Oba Jimoh Oyewumi is dead
The Soun Of Ogbomoso, Oba Jimoh Oladunni Oyewumi Ajagungbade III, is dead. He had spent 48 years on the throne.The Soun, who was crowned 24 October 1973, died early on Sunday 12 December. He was aged 95.
The Soun of Ogbomoso in Oyo State, Oba Jimoh Oladunni Oyewumi, Ajagungbade III has died at 95.
Although there is no official statement from the palace, the Oyo State Government has however mourned the paramount ruler, saying he made a lasting impact.
Born to Oba Bello Afolabi Oyewumi Ajagungbade II and Ayaba Seliat Olatundun Oyewumi, he ascended the throne on October 24, 1973.
The traditional ruler was renowned for the building of a modern palace in the town, having netted a mud palace after his coronation.
His son, Dr. Aderemi Oyewumi formally announced his death in a short statement on Sunday afternoon:
“With total submission to the will of Almighty God and on behalf of Gbagun Ruling House, we announce the death of our Father, His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr. Oladunni Oyewumi Ajagungbade III, CON, CFR, Soun of Ogbomosoland who passed away in the early hours of Sunday, 12th December 2021, marking the end of 48 years of a glorious reign.
“Kabiyesi is survived by wives, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.