The oldest man in the palace of the Alaafin, Pa Morenikeji Lasisi, has described Oba Adeyemi, who departed last week, as the best among the three Oyo monarchs who he had served.
He said this at the palace on Monday in an interview with journalists.
It was, however, difficult to ascertain the true age of Pa Lasisi.
Lasisi said, “I cut the grass in the palace. The late king usually sends me on errands.
“I used to go to the abattoir everyday to get meat for Iku Baba Yeye- my late boss. I used to go in the morning. I have served three kings now. I got to the palace during the time of Oba Adeyemi Adeniran, the father of the late Alaafin Lamidi Adeyemi.
“I also served Bello Gbadegesin Oladigbolu and Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi who died on Friday. I was always happy whenever I was with the Alaafin. He was rich and he had the resources to cater for the people. There was always enjoyment in the palace during his reign.
“We were always enjoying ourselves. I will miss all the merriment, I will miss him. He was the best among all the Alaafin who I served. As I am here now, if anyone tries to take me abroad, after telling my people, I will go. But I will surely return to my base here in Oyo.”
