The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara Traditional Rulers Council, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has expressed deep grief over the passing of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the Olubadan of Ibadan, who died on Monday at the age of 90 after a one-year reign.

A statement from the Emir's office, issued by his Spokesman Dr. Abdulazeez Arowona and shared via the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ilorin, described the Olubadan's death as "a painful loss" but affirmed: "This is the will of Almighty Allah. We must accept His decree with patience and humility."

The Emir praised Oba Olakulehin's brief but impactful reign, stating that his leadership contributed to the preservation of Ibadan's cultural heritage and fostered unity among its people. He urged citizens to uphold the late monarch's legacy of peace and tradition.

Sulu-Gambari commiserated with the immediate and extended family members of Oba Olakulehin, Olubadan-In-Council, Oyo State Traditional Rulers Council, government and good people of Oyo State over the unfortunate incidence.

He prayed to God for the repose the soul of the deceased and to give the people of the ancient city of Ibadan and humanity at large, the patience to bear the great loss.