Governor Seyi Makinde Oyo State has presented the staff of office to Oba Olalekan Balogun as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland.
At a well-attended event held at Mapo Hall, the monarch, dressed in ofi alaari, wore a white beaded crown
The Olubadan who was full of smiles said he appreciated the Almighty God for sparing his life to become the Olubadan of Ibadan.
He promised to bring more development to the city of Ibadan.
In a remark, the governor of Oyo State , Engineer Seyi Makinde said he was happy that the Ibadan traditional institution had been restored.
He said the laws guiding the appointment should remain sacrosanct.
The governor said he was hopeful that Ibadan would witness peace all around during the Olubadan’s tenure.
Earlier, secretary to State government, Mrs Olubamiwo Adeosun appreciated the people for turning up in large numbers to honour the Olubadan.
Morenike Tony-Esan
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