[News] Osun monarch, Olukoyi of Ikoyi kingdom passes on

The Olukoyi of Ikoyi, Oba Yisau Oyetunji Bamitale has passed on.

Oba Yisau Bamitale Oyetunji Otunla, whose domain is in Isokan South Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Ikoyi, reportedly passed on, Monday, April 18, after a brief illness.

The late monarch ruled for 35 years having ascended the throne in 1987.

Chairman, Isokan South LCDA, Hon (Prince) Wasiu Oyetunji Oyelami, confirmed the death to New Telegraph on Tuesday morning, April 19.

He said: “The Olukoyi of Ikoyi Osun Kingdom died at the age of 75 years.

“May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace and Almighty Allah grant him Aljannah firdaus.”