Lagos Transport Leader Baba Alado Passes Away at 83

Chief Taoreed Faronbi, popularly known as "Baba Alado," died at the age of 83 in the early hours of Saturday, September 26, 2026. He was the Olori Ebi (Head) of the Alagbeji Royal Family in Papa Ajao, Mushin, and held several traditional and commercial titles, including Akinrogun of Isolo Kingdom and Babaloja of Aswani International Market.

Faronbi was a prominent figure in Lagos grassroots politics, real estate, and the transport sector. His family announced his death, and he was buried according to Islamic rites.

The funeral was attended by family, friends, and notable political figures, including Senator Ganiyu Olanrewaju Solomon and the Executive Chairman of Mushin Local Government, Tunbosun Aruwe. MC Oluomo, the National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, expressed grief, stating that Faronbi's contributions and relationships would not be forgotten.

Faronbi was also a celebrated socialite, recognized by leading Fuji and juju musicians, and was involved in land development and real estate, despite facing legal disputes in the sector.