President Tinubu Mourns Passing of Akran of Badagry at 89
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of the Akran of Badagry, Oba Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi I, who passed away at 89 after over 40 years on the throne. In a condolence message, Tinubu described the monarch as a custodian of history and a bridge between tradition and modern Nigerian society. The president praised Oba Menu-Toyi’s leadership for promoting peace, inclusiveness, and cultural cohesion in Badagry, highlighting his efforts to preserve the kingdom’s historical significance as a former slave port. Tinubu also recalled the late monarch’s professional life as a teacher and journalist before ascending the throne. He extended condolences to the Lagos State Government, Traditional Council, Badagry Council of Chiefs, and the people of Badagry, praying for strength for the royal family and residents during this period of mourning.
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of the Akran of Badagry, Oba Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi I, who passed away at 89 after over 40 years on the throne. In a condolence message, Tinubu described the monarch as a custodian of history and a bridge between tradition and modern Nigerian society. The president praised Oba Menu-Toyi’s leadership for promoting peace, inclusiveness, and cultural cohesion in Badagry, highlighting his efforts to preserve the kingdom’s historical significance as a former slave port. Tinubu also recalled the late monarch’s professional life as a teacher and journalist before ascending the throne. He extended condolences to the Lagos State Government, Traditional Council, Badagry Council of Chiefs, and the people of Badagry, praying for strength for the royal family and residents during this period of mourning.
President Tinubu Mourns Passing of Akran of Badagry at 89
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of the Akran of Badagry, Oba Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi I, who passed away at 89 after over 40 years on the throne. In a condolence message, Tinubu described the monarch as a custodian of history and a bridge between tradition and modern Nigerian society. The president praised Oba Menu-Toyi’s leadership for promoting peace, inclusiveness, and cultural cohesion in Badagry, highlighting his efforts to preserve the kingdom’s historical significance as a former slave port. Tinubu also recalled the late monarch’s professional life as a teacher and journalist before ascending the throne. He extended condolences to the Lagos State Government, Traditional Council, Badagry Council of Chiefs, and the people of Badagry, praying for strength for the royal family and residents during this period of mourning.
