He said "I have lost a great father figure and mentor. I will remain grateful for the son-father relationship I enjoyed with Kabiyesi, and I will always cherish all the benefits of that. Kabiyesi was a strong pillar for me."
The World Oil Chairman described the late King as role model of the traditional institution, a bridge builder and cosmopolitan, powerful monarch whose reign will go down in history as one of the best ever in this part of the world.
He said Kabiyesi will be remembered for his dignity, integrity and massive love for his people, as well as histcommitment to their well-being. "He lived a highly productive life that impacted so much on many and represented the virtues of true service, dedication and honesty", Enitilo said.
"On behalf of my family and the entire staff of World Oil Industries, I pray that God accepts his good deeds, forgive his shortcomings and grant him eternal rest", he concluded in his tribute.