Seven Things To Know About Nigeria’s Youngest Chief

Chief Olamilekan Israel Adebayo, 

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.