Popular Yoruba Poet, Olanrewaju Adepoju, Is Dead

Popular Yoruba Poet, Olanrewaju Adepoju, Is Dead

Alhaji Olanrewaju Adepoju, a Yoruba poet, writer, artist, and religious leader, has passed away. He died at his residence in Idi Orogbo off Ring Ring Road, Ibadan, Oyo State, around 7 pm on Sunday at the age of 83.

His son, Adejare Adepoju, announced the sad news in a brief statement on Sunday, saying, “Baba has gone to rest. Inna lilahi Wa innaa ilaehi Roojiuuna. My Dad, Olanrewaju Adepoju, Rest in Peace.”

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In a subsequent Facebook post, he commemorated his father, describing him as “Alhaji Chief Olanrewaju Adepoju (Ewi Exponent), a passionate human rights activist, accomplished author, and gifted poet,” honoring his memory.

“His life’s work was dedicated to making our country a more just and compassionate place. As we grieve, let’s carry forward his torch of advocacy for a brighter future. Rest in power, Dad.:

In confirming his demise, the family expressed their sorrow, stating, “With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our dear Father, Chief Mas’ud Olanrewaju Adepoju. From Allah we come, and unto Him, we shall all return.”

They disclosed that Adepoju’s burial, in accordance with Islamic traditions, is scheduled for Monday at 11 am.

“Final prayers will be held for Baba tomorrow Monday, by 11 in the morning, at UMB Central Mosque, Old Ife Road, Gate Ibadan.

“May Almighty Allah grant our father the highest elevation in Paradise, Jannatu Firdaus!” the family said.

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