US-based entrepreneur, Eri Ajiun Odebiyi, has announced the passing of her father, Chief S.O. Odebiyi, the Elemo of Emere Egba Alake, who died peacefully on Friday, September 18, 2026, at the age of 95.
In an emotional tribute seen by Veracity Desk (veracitydesk.com) and shared with friends and well-wishers, Ajiun wrote: “With total submission to God we announce the passing away of our father, Chief S.O. Odebiyi (Elemo of Emere Egba Alake) aged 95 years. A life well lived, a legacy of honor and the memory forever cherished. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.”
Her message reflected the deep bond she shared with her late father, a revered nonagenarian whose life was marked by dignity, integrity, and wisdom. Chief Odebiyi was widely respected for his devotion to religious and traditional institutions in Ogun State, and his voice of counsel was often sought within the community.
Family members, friends, and the wider Egba community have described him as a man of principle whose legacy will endure through the values he instilled and the lives he touched. His passing, they noted, leaves a significant void not only in his family but also in the cultural and social fabric of Emere Egba Alake.
Plans for funeral rites and memorial activities are expected to be announced by the family in due course.
