Oba Kabiru Agbabiaka, the Osolo of Isolo in Lagos State, has passed away. Reports indicate he died shortly after participating in Eid prayers on Wednesday. The Chairman of Isolo Local Council Development Area, Olasoju Adebayo, confirmed the monarch’s death in a statement, noting that he would be laid to rest by 4pm following Islamic customs.
The statement read: “I has the instruction of the Government of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to formally announce the passing of the paramount ruler of Isolo Kingdom, Oba Kabiru Agbabiaku, Adeola Olushi III, today April 10, 2024. He was 64. He will be buried today by 4pm at his palace, 3/4 Akinbaye Street, Isolo, according to Islamic rites. May his soul rest in peace.”
However, Olasoju refrained from disclosing the cause of the passing.