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A great loss—Babayemi
By Lateef Dada, Osogbo
The former chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State and sacked Owa of Igbajoland, Oba Adegboyega Famodun, has died.
Prince David Adekunle Famodun, in a statement signed on behalf of the family on Sunday, announced that Famodun passed away on Friday at the age of 67.
“On behalf of the Gbeleru Royal Family of Igbajo, I write with a deep sense of loss and gratitude to Almighty God to inform you of the passing of our revered traditional ruler and the 30th Owa of Igbajoland, Oba Philip Adegboyega Famodun III. He died on Friday, 28 November 2025, after a brief illness.
“As you may recall, Oba Adegboyega Famodun was installed and presented with the staff of office on 24 November 2022 by the former Governor of Osun State, Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola. Although his position was disputed by a white paper issued by Governor Ademola Adeleke, the Osun State High Court reinstated him on 30 January 2025.
“During his reign, Oba Famodun worked tirelessly to unite the people of Igbajoland, promoting peace, understanding, and progress. His leadership and vision have left an indelible mark on the community, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations. He will be remembered for his peaceful nature, exceptional wisdom, and tireless efforts to promote community development.
“Oba Adegboyega Famodun, who was 67 years old, was happily married and survived by children,” the family stated.
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Meanwhile, Omooba Dotun Babayemi, a governorship aspirant of the APC, expressed sadness over the death of Oba Famodun, describing it as shocking and unbelievable.
In a statement on Sunday, Babayemi expressed condolences to the family, friends and the Igbajo community.
“The news of the death of Oba Philip Adegboyega Famodun is very shocking and sad. It’s a great loss to the Igbajo community, the APC and the entire state. He played his part well and contributed immensely to the development of Osun. No doubt, Oba Famodun will be sorely missed,” Babayemi said.
He noted that the deceased’s contributions to the traditional institution and the country’s polity were too significant to be forgotten and, as such, he would remain etched in the memories of the people.
“We should all strive to uphold his legacy and continue to walk in the path that will always refresh our memories about his wonderful and worthy deeds,” Babayemi added.
