Lagos State has been thrown into mourning following the death of the Akran of Badagry, De Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi, who passed away at the age of 89 after a brief illness. The revered monarch’s death marks the end of a remarkable 48-year reign on the throne, making him one of the longest-serving traditional rulers in the history of Lagos State.
According to the palace, the Akran was pronounced dead by medical experts, and traditional burial rites have gradually commenced. Residents of Badagry described his passing as a heavy blow, noting that the kingdom has lost not only a king but a father figure whose wisdom and counsel offered reassurance in difficult times. As of press time, the Lagos State Government had yet to issue an official statement on the development.