Michael Olobayo
His Royal Majesty Michael Folorunsho Segun Olobayo | |
|---|---|
| Born | Michael Folorunsho Segun Olobayo 4 March 1945 Kabba, Colonial Nigeria (now in Kogi State, Nigeria) |
| Died | 15 May 2016 (aged 71) Nigeria |
| Occupation | Traditional ruler |
| Known for | Obaro of Kabba |
| Awards | Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) |
Oba Michael Folorunsho Segun Olobayo (4 March 1945 – 15 May 2016) was a Nigerian traditional ruler and statesman who served as the Obaro of Kabba, the traditional ruler of Kabba. He also served as Chairman of the Okun Area Traditional Council.[1][2]
Early life and education
Olobayo was born on 4 March 1945 into the Ajinuhi Royal House of the Ilajo clan in Kabba, in present-day Kogi State. He attended Ahmadu Bello University, where he received his university education.[3]
Reign
Olobayo served as the Obaro of Kabba and was Chairman of the Okun Area Traditional Council. During his reign, he was regarded as one of the leading traditional rulers in Kogi State and participated in matters relating to traditional administration and regional development.[4]
Death
Olobayo died on 15 May 2016 after a brief illness at the age of 71. His death was widely mourned by political leaders and traditional rulers across Nigeria.[5][6]
See also
References
- ↑ "Oba Olobayo of Kabba dies at 71". Daily Post. 22 May 2016. Retrieved 15 July 2026.
- ↑ Umoru, Henry; Obahopo, Boluwaji (24 May 2016). "Bello, Mark, Ogbeha mourn Obaro of Kabba". Vanguard. Retrieved 15 July 2026.
- ↑ "Oba Olobayo of Kabba dies at 71". Daily Post. 22 May 2016.
- ↑ Umoru, Henry; Obahopo, Boluwaji (24 May 2016). "Bello, Mark, Ogbeha mourn Obaro of Kabba". Vanguard.
- ↑ "Oba Olobayo of Kabba dies at 71". Daily Post. 22 May 2016.
- ↑ Umoru, Henry; Obahopo, Boluwaji (24 May 2016). "Bello, Mark, Ogbeha mourn Obaro of Kabba". Vanguard.