UI commiserates with the people of Ibadanland over the demise of Olubadan

Oru Leonard 

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kayode O. Adebowale has on behalf of the Council, Senate, Congregation, staff and students of the University of Ibadan commiserated with the Olubadan in-Council, and the people of Ibadanland over the death of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Senator Dr. Mohood Olalekan Ishola Balogun, Alli Okunmade II.

Professor Adebowale prayed for the repose of the soul of His Imperial Majesty and that peace would continue to be upon Ibadanland.

He seized the opportunity to again appreciate the generous donation of the land on which the University stands by the people of Ibadanland.

The demise of Oba Lekan Balogun at age 81 was announced by the Oyo State government.

(UI Media)

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