Oba Frederick Obateru Akinruntan, the Olugbo of Ugbo Kingdom in Ondo State, has debunked rumours of his death, stating that he is “hale and hearty.”
The oil magnate monarch, who spoke to journalists through a telephone conference call, expressed his disappointment at the false reports, which he described as “wicked rumors”
Oba Akinruntan revealed that he had received numerous phone calls from around the world, particularly from Ondo State, inquiring about his well-being. He assured everyone that he is alive and well, and that he had simply traveled for a short vacation. The monarch is expected to return home soon.
In a statement, Prince Akinfemiwa Akinruntan, the monarch’s son, and GMD of OBAT GROUP, also clarified that his father is alive and in good health, enjoying a vacation. He urged everyone to refrain from spreading false information and respect their family’s privacy during this time
It’s worth noting that in Yoruba culture, rumors of someone’s death are often seen as a blessing for long life.
Oba Akinruntan’s response to the rumors reflects this cultural perspective, as he stated that “Olugbo is alive and well”
As one of the richest kings in Africa, Oba Frederick Obateru Akinruntan is a prominent figure in Nigeria He is the founder of Obat Oil, one of Nigeria’s largest and most successful private companies
