Lagos Royal Patriarch, Otunba Adekunle Ojora Dies at 93

A prominent member of the Lagos royal family and respected boardroom figure, Otunba Dr Adekunle Ojora, the Otunba of Lagos and Lisa of Ife, has passed away at the age of 93.

The Ojora family announced that the revered traditional leader joined his ancestors in the early hours of Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

Born on June 13, 1932, Otunba Ojora was widely regarded as a custodian of Yoruba culture and royal heritage. He was known for his wisdom, leadership and lifelong dedication to the unity and progress of Lagos traditional institutions.

During his lifetime, he held several distinguished titles, including Olori ebi of the Ojora Royal Family, Chief Olori Omoba of Lagos, Head of the Oba Ologunkutere and Oba Adele Ajosun Royal Family, Head of the Ojora Royal Family, Head of the Aiyeomosan Chieftaincy Family of Lagos, as well as Otunba of Lagos and Lisa of Ife.

He played a significant role in preserving Yoruba traditions and strengthening the bond among Lagos chieftaincy families, leaving a legacy deeply rooted in the cultural and royal history of the state.

In a statement signed by Mrs Toyin Ojora Saraki on behalf of the family, they expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for a life well spent.

“With total submission to the will of Almighty Allah, the Ojora family of Lagos hereby announces the passing of our beloved patriarch, Otunba Adekunle Ojora, the Otunba of Lagos and Lisa of Ife, who returned to his Creator early this morning.

“We say Alhamdulilahi for a life well lived and we comply with Allah’s words that surely to Allah we belong and to Him we shall return.

“He was 93 and will be buried in Lagos according to Islamic rites. He is survived by his wife, Erelu Ojuolape Ojora, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

“We urge members of the public to join us in praying to Allah to grant him mercy in the grave and admit him into Aljannah Firdaus.”

Otunba Adekunle Ojora is remembered as a dignified royal father, cultural icon and elder statesman whose influence will continue to resonate within Lagos and beyond.