The Owa-Ooye of Imesi-Ile in Osun State, Oba Enoch Ademola Akinyemi, has died at the age of 85 after 21 years on the throne.
The traditional ruler, popularly known as Baba Daadaa, reportedly died on Friday, October 16, 2026, about a month before his 86th birthday.
His death was announced in a statement issued by the Obaala of Imesi-Ile and Chairman of the Owa-Ooye-in-Council, High Chief Tunde Aluko, on behalf of the royal council and the community.
The statement described the late monarch as a respected figure whose reign was marked by efforts to promote peace, unity and development in Imesi-Ile.
The royal council expressed sorrow over the monarch’s passing, describing him as a father figure whose leadership brought honour and progress to the community.
The statement announcing his death read, “With deep sorrow but total submission to the will of Almighty God, we announce the transition to glory of our Royal Father, His Royal Majesty, Oba Engr. Ademola Enoch Akinyemi, Oyoyo II, the Owa-Ooye of Imesi-Ile.”
It added that the monarch had joined his ancestors on Friday, October 16, 2026.
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According to the statement, Akinyemi’s reign left a lasting impression on the community through his contributions to peace, unity and development.
Burial Arrangements To Be Announced
The royal council said details of the traditional rites and burial arrangements would be communicated in due course.
Oba Akinyemi’s death marks the end of his 21-year reign as the Owa-Ooye of Imesi-Ile, with members of the community mourning a traditional ruler remembered by the royal council for his role in the town’s development.