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TRIBUTE TO HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, DE WHENO MENU TOYI I, THE AKRAN OF BADAGRY KINGDOM By Anago-Osho James Akeem


De Wheno Menu Toyi I, the late Akran of Badagry Kingdom, was divinely bestowed upon the people of Badagry. I pray that his soul finds eternal peace in the land of his ancestors beyond this earthly realm.

He was a kind and compassionate king. My personal encounter with him was like that of a father. He was gentle, attentive, and always willing to listen. He carried the burden of his people with sincerity and made it his duty to seek solutions to their problems. Patience and tolerance defined his reign and his personality.

As Brother Bode once remarked, “Anago-Osho, I hope we will find another kind king like De Wheno Menu Toyi I.” He recalled how the Kabiyesi gave him a recommendation while he was seeking admission into Lagos State University, Ojo. Today, that same Brother Bode serves as a senior officer in the Nigeria Immigration Service. He is a living testimony of the king’s far reaching kindness and support.

Ambassador Isaac Moses and his wife, Ambassador Nneka Isaac Moses, also shared their memorable encounter with Kabiyesi during the early days of Goge Africa. They spoke of how he received them warmly, encouraged them to stay focused on their vision, and supported their proposed journey to Benin Republic by providing valuable contacts. According to them, those connections opened doors far beyond their expectations. This is another testament to the king’s generosity and influence.

The final grand rites marking the transition of His Royal Majesty were graced by distinguished dignitaries, including the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and his deputy, Mr. Obafemi Hamzat. The gathering also witnessed the presence of royal fathers from across the nation, including representatives of the Ooni of Ife, the Oba of Lagos, the Alake of Egbaland, Onigando of Igando, Onimushin of Mushin, as well as revered traditional rulers from Badagry Division, Benin Republic and beyond.

His life was a bridge that connected people, opportunities, and destinies. His legacy will continue to echo in the lives he touched and the paths he helped shape.

Haweeh! Haweeh!! Haweeh!!!


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