Oba Moses Ekundayo Bakare of Idogun dies after 24‑hour coma

Death of Oba Moses Ekundayo Bakare The traditional ruler of Idogun, Oba Moses Ekundayo Bakare, known locally as the Onidogun of Idogun, passed away on Thursday evening after a 24‑hour coma. He collapsed on Wednesday and was transported to a hospital where he remained in a coma until his death.

Context of the Incident Bakare’s death comes nearly a year after an altercation that shook the community in October 2025. Residents reportedly assaulted him in an incident that was captured on video and went viral. Following the attack, the monarch left Idogun and did not return to the community until his passing.

Government Response The Ondo State Government had set up a panel of inquiry to investigate the 2025 assault. The panel’s findings have not yet been released to the public. State Commissioner for Information and Orientation Idowu Ajanaku, who is also a native of Idogun, confirmed the monarch’s death. He expressed condolences to the family and the community and urged residents to maintain peace and avoid violence during the mourning period.

Funeral Arrangements and Community Reaction Reports from Idogun indicate that some indigenes opposed to the late monarch obstructed the transport of his remains into the town. The road was blocked with logs of wood, forcing those carrying the body to return it to a mortuary in Owo. The incident highlights lingering tensions within the community.

Legacy and Aftermath Oba Bakare’s reign was marked by his involvement in local governance and cultural affairs. His sudden collapse and subsequent death have left a vacancy in the traditional leadership of Idogun. The community and state authorities are expected to convene to appoint a successor, while the pending inquiry report may shed further light on the events that led to his final days.

Conclusion The passing of Oba Moses Ekundayo Bakare marks a significant moment for Idogun and the wider Ondo State. As the community mourns, attention will turn to the unresolved inquiry and the process of selecting a new traditional ruler.