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Published 27 February 2021
The Oluyin of Iyin Ekiti, Oba Adeola Adeniyi Ajakaye, the Oyinyosaye Uyin 3, speaks to ABIODUN NEJO about his childhood, career, ascension to the throne and administration of his domain
What was your growing up like?
It was both as a prince and a headmaster’s son. My father, Prince Israel Ajakaye, was a head teacher and my mum was a mistress. My growing up was in a structured and disciplined environment. My grandfather, Samuel Ajakaye, was the Oluyin, Oyinyosaye Uyin 1. My late father vied to be Oluyin at one point in time, but he did not get it.