Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State on Sunday mourned the death of the former chairman of the All Progressives Congress in the state and reinstated Owa of Igbajo, Adegboyega Famodun, who died at the age of 67 after a short illness. The news of his passing was confirmed by his family.
Famodun, who was first installed as Owa of Igbajo in 2022 under the administration of former governor Adegboyega Oyetola, lost the throne when Adeleke issued an executive order reversing his appointment and naming Oba Ademola Makinde in his place. However, in January 2025, the Osun State High Court returned him to the throne, a decision that is currently being challenged at the appellate court.
Adeleke reacted to the news shortly after returning to the country, sending condolences to Famodun’s family, the people of Igbajo, and the opposition party. He described the late politician as someone who maintained a long-standing relationship with the Adeleke family and played a role in the political growth of the state. He also prayed for comfort for the family during the mourning period.
The Gbeleru Royal Family of Igbajo confirmed that Famodun died on Friday, November 28, 2025. A statement issued on behalf of the family noted that he was married with children and had worked to strengthen peace and unity in Igbajo during his rule. They described him as a calm leader whose efforts in promoting development left a lasting memory in the community.
Famodun’s position as Owa of Igbajo had been a subject of dispute following the white paper issued by the Adeleke administration, but his reinstatement by the court had restored him to the stool until the appeal process began. His family said his death brings an end to a period marked by both contention and service to his people.