Yetunde Ogunsakin, the widow of Oba Babatunde Ogunsakin, the king of Esun Ekiti in Ajoni, who was allegedly killed by herdsmen, has disclosed the final words of her late husband.
Recalling the tragic incident, Oba Ogunsakin from Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State, along with Onimojo of Imojo-Ekiti, Oba Olatunde Samuel Olusola, from Oye local government area, were fatally shot by unidentified assailants on Monday, 29th January 2023.
Meanwhile, two others, Alara of Ara–Ekiti, Oba Adebayo Fatoba Ikole, managed to escape.
During an interview with AIT, the monarch’s widow recounted that her husband had called her, saying he was hungry and requesting her to prepare a meal before he reached the palace.
Yetunde Ogunsakin further shared that her concern grew after several hours had passed without any response when she tried to reach the traditional ruler.
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