The traditional ruler of Olayinka community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Oba Salman Olatunji Aweda, has been confirmed dead after his abductors reportedly demanded ₦21 million, two new motorcycles and a jerrycan of petrol for his release.
The monarch’s death was confirmed in an emotional voice message obtained by Sahara Reporters from a member of a committee involved in efforts to secure his freedom. 
In the message, the committee member announced the development to residents of Olayinka community, saying several efforts made by family members, residents, community leaders and religious figures to rescue the monarch were unsuccessful.
The committee member described the death as the will of God and urged residents to accept the development.
He said, “Allah in His mercy said in the Holy Qur’an that we all human beings on earth belong to Him, and to Him we shall return, whether when we expect it or when we do not expect it.
