BREAKING: Lagos traditional ruler dies after Eid prayers

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The Osolo of Isolo in Lagos State, Oba Kabiru Agbabiaka, is dead.

It was gathered that the monarch died shortly after observing the Eid prayers on Wednesday.

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The Chairman of Isolo Local Council Development Area, Olasoju Adebayo, confirmed his death in a statement seen by our correspondent.

He stated that the deceased monarch would be buried by 4pm according to Islamic rite.

The statement read, “I have the instruction of the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to formally announce the passing of the paramount ruler of Isolo Kingdom, Oba Kabiru Agbabiaka, Adeola Olushi III, today April 10, 2024. He was aged 64.

“He will be buried today by 4pm at his palace, 3/5 Akinbaye Street, Isolo, according to Islamic rites. May his soul rest in peace.”

Olasoju, however, did not disclose the cause of his death.

The monarch spent 20 years on the throne.

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