Gov Adeleke Mourns Owa-Ooye of Imesi-Ile, Oba Akinyemi, Extols Legacy of Peace and Development

 

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, has expressed condolences to the people of Imesi-Ile following the death of their traditional ruler, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Engr.) Enoch Ademola Akinyemi, Oyoyo II, the Owa-Ooye of Imesi-Ile.

The monarch reportedly joined his ancestors on Friday, October 16, 2026.

In a condolence message, Governor Adeleke described the late monarch’s passing as a significant loss to Imesi-Ile and the traditional institution in Osun State, highlighting his commitment to peace, unity and community development.

The governor noted that the monarch’s reign was marked by efforts to promote harmony and improve the welfare of his subjects, adding that his contributions would remain part of the town’s history.

“The passing of Oba Ademola Enoch Akinyemi is a great loss to Imesi-Ile and the traditional institution in Osun State. He was a royal father who valued peace, promoted unity and dedicated himself to the progress of his people. His contributions to the development of Imesi-Ile will be remembered with respect,” Adeleke said.

The governor extended his condolences to the royal family, the Owa-Ooye-in-Council and the entire Imesi-Ile community, urging them to find strength during the period of mourning.

He also prayed that Almighty God would grant the departed monarch eternal rest and comfort his family and subjects as they come to terms with the loss.

Oba Akinyemi’s death marks the end of a reign that the governor said would be remembered for its emphasis on peace, unity and the development of Imesi-Ile.