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The family of Madam Sikira Adunni Aladire has announced the transition of their matriarch at the age of 90.
A statement signed by the Head of Family, Alhaji Ganiyu Oladimeji, said she died on Monday, March 2, 2026, at her Ile Toki home, No. N1/506 Balogun Ibikunle Street, Ayeye, Ibadan and was buried the same day in accordance with Muslim rites.
Meanwhile, a seventh-day fidau prayer will hold at noon on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the same venue.
She was a devout Muslim, deeply rooted in her faith and Yoruba traditions.
She is survived by a large family, including children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, nephews, nieces, and cousins. Her children included: the late Sarah Alimi, Abibat Alimi, Suleiman Azeez and Latifat Balogun.
She trained in the art of tie and dye and became highly skilled in designing traditional and cultural patterns of Adire. Her talent and creativity in producing intricate designs on local fabrics for both special occasions and casual wear earned her the nickname Sikira Aladire.
Her journey in the craft dates back pre-independent Nigeria ( mid 1950s) an era when foreigners, colonial masters, and mistresses frequently visited Ile Toki to admire and purchase her beautiful works of art.
Ile Toki was famous for renowned tie-and-dye products, which were crafted with exceptional skill and creativity.
Some of the products were exported internationally, showcasing the artistry and cultural heritage of the community.
Grandma Sikira Adunni Aladire,
Grandma Sikira was also celebrated for her love of traditional Apala and Dundun music, where her dancing brought joy and entertainment to her neighborhood and beyond. She was a caring and loving mother who left a legacy of kindness and community spirit.
We pray that Allah forgives her shortcomings, rewards her with Al Jannah Firdaus and console her family, friends, associates, and all those she left behind.
May Allah grant us all a good end. Aameen.
Her legacy as a master of her craft and a cultural icon will forever live on in the hearts of those she inspired.
May her soul rest in perfect peace. Aameen.
