The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes under the leadership of Chief Barrister Niyi Ajewole has described the passage of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Dr. Mohood Olalekan Balogun as a great lost to the people of the ancient city.
According to the council, Kabiesi’s two years was purposeful, transformative most especially in the advancement of Ibadan land.
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In Loving Memory: Olubadan Oba Senator Moshood Lekan Balogun Alli Okunmade II Passes Away, Leaving a Legacy of Leadership and Unity
With profound sorrow but submission to the will of Allah, we, the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes, CCII mourn the passing of our revered monarch, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Senator Moshood Lekan Balogun. Alli Okunmade II.
Though his reign spanned a brief two years, the impact of his leadership resonates deeply within the hearts of all Ibadan indigenes.
Born on October 18, 1942, in the hallowed precincts of Ali-Iwo compound, Oba Senator Balogun’s ascent to the throne of the Olubadan of Ibadanland marked the dawn of a new era filled with promise and hope. His brief yet illustrious reign was characterized by unwavering dedication to the welfare and progress of his people.
Despite the brevity of his tenure, Oba Senator Balogun’s visionary leadership and steadfast commitment to the principles of unity, progress, and development left an indelible mark on the fabric of Ibadanland. His legacy serves as a testament to the transformative power of leadership rooted in humility, wisdom, and compassion.
As we bid farewell to our beloved monarch, let us draw strength from his enduring legacy and rededicate ourselves to the noble ideals he championed. May his legacy continue to inspire us, guiding our actions and shaping the destiny of Ibadanland for generations to come.
E-signed,
Chief Sulaiman Ajeniyi Ajewole
President-General, Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes CCII