Tribute: Grandma Sikira Aduni Aladire Passes on at 90.
A devout Muslim, deeply rooted in her faith and Yoruba traditions.
By Sadiq Abdulfatah
The prominent tie and dye artisan, Grandma Sikira Adunni Aladire popularly known as Sikira Aladire has died at the age of 90 in Ibadan on Tuesday.
Her demise was announced in a statement signed by the head of the family, Alhaji Ganiyu Oladimeji. According to the statement, Grandma Sikira as a youth had trained and became highly skilled in designing traditional and cultural patterns of ADIRE (tie and dye). 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 her products were exported internationally, showcasing the artistry and cultural heritage of the community.
Grandma Sikira Adunni Aladire, was a devout Muslim, deeply rooted in her faith and Yoruba traditions. Her marriage is survived by a large family, including children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, nephews, nieces, and cousins included late children.
She 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 and her legacy as a master of her craft and a cultural icon will forever live on in the hearts of those she inspired.
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.
The 7-day fidau prayer for the deceased will take place at 12 noon on Sunday, 8 March 2026, at Ile Toki, House No. N1/506 Balogun Ibikunle Street, Ayeye, Ibadan
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