Dr. Kayode Fayemi, former Governor of Ekiti State and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Discussion board (NGF), has condoled the demise of Oba Lekan Balogun, the Olubadan of Ibadanland.
In an announcement issued by his media workplace in Abuja and signed by Mallam Ahmad Sajoh, Fayemi acknowledged that the information of the demise of the late monarch was stunning and should have induced untold grief to his individuals.
Fayemi mentioned: “I obtained the information of the demise of Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, the Olubadan of Ibadanland with unhappiness. I prolong my honest condolences to the quick household, buddies, the Olubadan in Council, the Oyo State Authorities and your complete Ibadan neighborhood on the demise of this nice chief and custodian of his individuals's heritage.
“Kabiyesi was an exemplary chief whose reign was marked by knowledge, grace and dedication to his individuals, and his contributions to the event of Ibadan and Oyo State typically can’t be overstated.”
The previous governor of Ekiti has described the demise of Oba Balogun as the top of a terrific and true chief whose dedication to the welfare and progress of his individuals was unparalleled.
Fayemi additionally famous: “As we mourn his passing, allow us to additionally rejoice his legacy of management and public service and the profound influence he had on the lives of all who had the privilege of realizing him.
“On behalf of my spouse, Bisi, and the remainder of our household, I prolong my condolences to the individuals of Ibadan, in addition to the federal government and other people of Oyo State, on this tragic loss. Could the great Lord grant the late monarch everlasting relaxation and provides his household the power to bear the irreplaceable loss.”
