Seven things to know about Nigeria’s youngest chief


Highly regarded as the youngest chief in Nigeria, Chief Olamilekan Israel Adebayo was crowned chief of the Sọlu Alade Kingdom, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, at just five. Now aged 9,  he is making waves with his mastery of Yoruba culture.

Here are seven things to Know about the youngest chief in Nigeria:

1. Age at Coronation: He was crowned chief at five years old

2. Current Age: He is now 9 years old


3. Title: Chief of Sọlu Alade Kingdom, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos.


4. Nickname: Adigun Olowe Yoruba (“an encyclopedia of Yoruba proverbs”).

5. Yoruba Proverbs Mastery: He’s mastered over 500 Yoruba proverbs with English translations

6. Education: He is a primary 1 student from Fiditi in Afijio local Government of Oyo State.


7. Cultural significance: Chiefs play key roles in Yoruba governance and cultural preservation

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