The member of the House of Representatives, representing Oluyole federal constituency, Hon Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, has congratulated Oba Moshood Lekan Balogun Ali-Iwo, on his coronation as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadan.
Akande-Sadipe in a statement issued by her Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Olamilekan Olusada, congratulated the newly appointed Oba on his coronation day as 42nd Olubadan of Ibadan land.
She said, “On behalf of the good people of Oluyole, I join family and friends of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland and people of Oyo State in celebrating the coronation of His Majesty, Oba (Dr) Moshood Lekan Balogun, Okumade II, as he ascends the ancient throne of his forefathers today, 11th March, 2022.
“I believe that Oba Balogun’s appointment and ascension to the ancient throne of his forefathers is a blessing to the imperial throne, by being the first Ph.D holder monarch in Ibadan, he would add a new landmark to the standards of Ibadan monarch family and the royal heritages.”
The lawmaker also prayed for long life for the new monarch, adding, “I pray his reign flows with prosperity, peace and new developmental milestone. May Almighty in His infinite mercy grant him long life and wisdom to rule peacefully.”
