Meet the longest serving king in Nigeria who has ruled for over 6 decades

Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebu Kingdom, was installed as king on April 2, 1960, just months before Nigeria gained independence. If there’s a king whose reign has stood the test of time, it has to be Oba Adetona. He has been on the throne for over 64 years, making him the longest-serving traditional ruler in the country and one of the most respected monarchs in all of Africa. At 90 years old, the king has redefined what it means to be a royal leader in modern Nigeria. ALSO