Lamidi Adeyemi
Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III was the 45th Alaafin of Oyo, reigning for over 52 years until his death in April 2022. His tenure was marked by efforts to preserve Yoruba culture and tradition, alongside navigating the complex political landscape of Nigeria. Adeyemi's leadership was characterized by his commitment to community welfare and his role in promoting the significance of the Alaafin title in Yoruba society.
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The late Alaafin, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, also went to court regarding the council's leadership.
Alaafin Considers Lawsuit Over Oyo Council Leadership
Nigeria· 2026-01-17
Oba Lamidi Adeyemi passed away in 2022, leaving the throne vacant until the crowning of Oba Owoade.
No supremacy tussle between Alaafin, Ooni — OlugbonNigeria· 2025-04-14
Oba Owoade also paid tribute to his predecessor, the late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, praising him for his efforts in promoting Yoruba culture and tradition.
We'll rebuild 200-year-old Oyo palace, preserve our tradition — AlaafinNigeria· 2025-04-06
Oba Lamidi Adeyemi was the predecessor of Oba Akeem Owoade.
'Youth employment, top on my priorities,' says AlaafinNigeria· 2025-04-06
Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, who died on April 22, 2022, at the age of 83.
Oba Owoade crowned 46th Alaafin of OyoNigeria· 2025-04-05
The late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi ruled for 52 years before his demise.
Owoade’s tortuous journey to Alaafin throneNigeria· 2025-04-02
