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 announced in a statement issued on Saturday by the Bishop of Oyo Diocese, Most Rev. Emmanuel Badejo, who said the revered cleric died on Friday.
Adelakun, who served as Bishop of Oyo for 36 years, led the diocese from April 13, 1973, until his retirement on November 4, 2009.
Describing the late prelate as a man who lived “a full, impactful life,” Bishop Badejo said Adelakun’s “witness touched multitudes” and his legacy of faith and service would endure.
“He shepherded the Diocese of Oyo with dedication for decades, leaving behind a legacy of faithful service to God, the Church, and humanity,” Badejo stated.
He added that funeral arrangements would be announced in due course and urged Catholics across the diocese to pray for the repose of the late Bishop’s soul.
Born on November 4, 1934, Bishop Adelakun was ordained a Catholic priest on June 27, 1965, and later consecrated bishop on February 11, 1973.
