Samuel Adeleye Adenle
| Samuel Adeleye Adenle I | |
|---|---|
| Ataoja of Osogbo | |
| Reign | 1944–1976 |
| Predecessor | Samuel Oyedokun Latona II |
| Successor | Iyiola Oyewale Matanmi III |
| Born | 1903 |
| Died | 1976 (aged 72–73) |
| Burial | Osogbo |
| Spouse | Deborah Adedoyin |
Samuel Adeleye Adenle I (1903–1976) was a Nigerian monarch. He was the 19th Ataoja (King) of Osogbo the ancient city of Osogbo the state capital of Osun.[1]
Early life
Oba Samuel was born January 1903 and was crowned as the 19th Ataoja of Osogbo on April 4, 1944, and reigned till he demised in 1976. He was married to Mrs Deborah Adedoyin and blessed with children[2][3]
References
- ^ Magazine, A.-choices Magazine African Lifestyle (2024-08-01). "Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Samuel Adisa Adeleye Adenle I, Circa 1950s | A-Choices Magazine". Retrieved 2024-11-24.
- ^ Admin, O. G. S. "Prominent Alumni, Dr. Adenle, Takes a Bow". www.osograms.org. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
- ^ "Evergreen and Loving memory of Adenle". The Nation. Lagos, Nigeria. 2024.