Adeleye Fayehun, popularly known as “Ade Basket”, a well-known figure in Akure, Ondo State, is dead.
Ade Basket, a traditional title holder in Akure, reportedly died during a brief illness.
He was a well-known local figure, timber seller, and influential street actor in the metropolis.
A statement by Akure Youth Media on Wednesday described Ade Basket’s death as shocking and very sad.
The statement titled “Akure Youth Media Mourns Ade Basket” read:
“The world is not our own. It is with deep sadness that we mourn the passing of Ade Fayehun, popularly known as Oba Ade Basket, who reportedly passed away after a brief illness.
“His departure is a painful loss to his family, friends and the communities that knew him.
“Akure Youth Media extends its heartfelt condolences to the people of Iro and the entire Ifetedo community over this sad loss. We also sympathise with his family, loved ones and everyone affected by his passing.
“May God grant his soul eternal rest and give his family and community the strength to bear this irreparable loss.
“Good night, Ade Basket.”
The socialite had been in hospital for a few weeks before his passing.
This came a few weeks after the death of his wife, Atinuke Fayehun, who was recently buried in late October 2026.
Ade Basket was arrested in July 2016 for assaulting a pregnant woman, leaving her in a coma.
Ade Basket, who has repeatedly been linked in news reports to violence and gang leadership, with ties to political parties and figures, gained prominence in the early 2000s.
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