By 'Gbenga Bankole
Oba Adeshina Oluwasheyi Akanmu, Onisheri of Magodo has congratulated Senator Lekan Balogun, over his installment as the new Olubadan of Ibadanland.
This was disclosed in a statement on Saturday from his media office of the reputable chieftain.
He noted that the dedication of Senator Balogun in diligently serving his people has rightly earned him the new position.
“He trusts that the appointment of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, which validates the noble and cherished tradition of Ibadan people in selecting a traditional leader, will bring peace and prosperity to the land and continued honour to the crown,” the statement said.
The statement quoted the Onisheri of Magodo as saying, “Hearty congratulations to the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, over his appointment and installment to the zenith of traditional institution in Ibadanland.
“The beauty of the rich and highly-respected traditional hierarchical leadership structure of Ibadanland has again affirmed itself.
“As a former Senator and the Otun-Olubadan until this new appointment, you have truly earned your stripes.
“Your high leadership qualities, particularly your tremendous skills, experience, knowledge and deep understanding of traditional institution are worthy of note.
“As the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, I hope and pray that you would deploy these qualities to promote peace, unity and stability not only in Ibadanland, Oyo State, Yorubaland but also across the country.
“I congratulate you. I wish you a long, eventful and successful reign. May your reign usher in peace and development in Ibadanland.”
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