The Bishop Emeritus of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo, Most Rev. Julius Babatunde Adelakun, has passed away at the age of 91.

His death was confirmed in a statement on Saturday by the Bishop of Oyo Diocese, Most Rev. Emmanuel Badejo, who said Adelakun died on Friday.

Born on November 4, 1934, Adelakun was ordained a priest on June 27, 1965, and consecrated bishop on February 11, 1973. He served as Bishop of Oyo for 36 years, from April 13, 1973, until his retirement on November 4, 2009.

Bishop Badejo described the late prelate as a man who lived “a full, impactful life,” noting that his service to God, the Church, and humanity left a lasting legacy.

Funeral arrangements, according to the statement, will be announced in due course, while faithful have been urged to pray for the repose of his soul.

Details later…