Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has confirmed the passage of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun.
Makinde made the confirmation on Thursday night.
OsunDailyNG had reported that the Olubadan joined his ancestors at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan.
Makinde, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, described Balogun as an epitome of royal excellence and a great achiever.
He added that the monarch made great marks on Ibadanland in just a little over two years of his reign.
Makinde said, “With total submission to the will of God, I announce the passing unto glory of our father, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland. A mighty Iroko has fallen; Oba Dr. Balogun has joined the ancestors.
“On behalf of the Government and good People of Oyo State, I condole with the immediate family of the Oba Dr. Balogun, the Olubadan-in-Council, the Oyo State Traditional Council and the people of Ibadanland. It is my prayer that God grants repose to the soul of our late monarch.”
