Paramount ruler of Badagry in Lagos, His Majesty De Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi I, the Akran of Badagry, has passed away at the age of 90.

His passage has thrown the ancient city of Badagry Kingdom into mourning, marking the end of an era.

For decades, he stood as the custodian of Badagry’s rich heritage, a symbol of unity, wisdom, and royal authority, and a towering traditional voice within the Lagos State Council of Obas and Chiefs.

Beyond Badagry, his reign earned him reverence across Lagos State and Nigeria, where he was widely acknowledged as a monarch of intellect, culture, and uncommon dignity, whose influence transcended palace walls.

As the ancient town bows its head in grief, the nation joins Badagry in honouring a royal father whose footprints on history remain indelible. (Daily Trust)