By Yinka Akanbi
Yoruba poet, writer, artiste and religious leader, Alhaji Olanrewaju Adepoju, has passed away.
Adepoju breathed his last at his Ring Road, Ibadan, residence around 7pm on Sunday.
He was aged 83.
“Baba has gone to rest. Inna lilahi Wa innaa ilaehi Roojiuuna. My Dad, Olanrewaju Adepoju, Rest in Peace,” his son, Adejare Adepoju, who broke the news said in a brief announcement on Sunday.
In another statement he posted on Facebook, he wrote: “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.:
The deceased’s family also announced that Adepoju will be buried according to Islamic rites on Monday by 11 am.
“Final prayers will be held for Baba tomorrow Monday, by 11am 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.
