The family of Alhaji Olanrewaju Adepoju, a leading Yoruba poet, has announced that their patriarch would be buried according to Islamic injunction by 11am today, Monday, December 11, 2023.
Adepoju, a writer, artiste and religious leader, died at age 83 on Sunday at his Idi Orogbo residence, off Ring Ring Road, Ibadan, Oyo State around 7 pm.
Adejare Adepoju, his son, broke the news in a brief announcement on Sunday shortly after the incident.
“Baba has gone to rest. Inna lilahi Wa innaa ilaehi Roojiuuna. My Dad, Olanrewaju Adepoju, Rest in Peace,” he said.
Adepoju later wrote on his Facebook wall, “In memory of my beloved father, Alhaji Chief Olanrewaju Adepoju (Ewi Exponent), a passionate human rights activist, accomplished author, and gifted poet.
“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.”
Confirming the incident, the family wrote, “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.”
The family stated that Adepoju would be buried according to Islamic rites today (Monday) by 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.
