Publisher of World Stage Segun Adeleye has lost his mother Julianah Adeleye nee Olomoofe.
The family announced the death in a statement on Friday by its spokesperson Akinsoji Adeleye.
Mama Adeleye who was a princess from the royal house of Oloofe of Oke-Iju, Ondo State died on Thursday aged 88.
“She is survived by seven children, many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Among the children are Akinsoji Adeleye, Omosanya Adeleye, Olusegun Adeleye, Omobanjo Adeleye, Kayode Adeleye, Olabamiji Adeleye and Bamidele Adeleye.
“Mama Adeleye was a very devoted Christian, a lover of God, a peace maker, a bridge builder, a disciplinarian, a lover of truth, a fearless and woman of integrity,” the statement read.
The family’s spokesman said burial arrangements would be announced soon.