Hon. Tolani Adigun, APC candidate for Ibadan Southwest Constituency 1 in the 2023 general election, extends heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, and the entire Ibadan community on his demise.
In a statement released today, Hon. Tolani expressed deep sorrow at the loss of the revered monarch, highlighting Oba Balogun’s illustrious contributions to Ibadanland and Nigeria as a whole. Tolani lauded the late Olubadan’s distinguished career as a British-trained PhD holder, former university lecturer, business mogul, and seasoned politician.
As Ibadan mourns the passing of a great leader, Hon. Tolani Adigun also extends her congratulations to the next in line to ascend the throne of Olubadan. Acknowledging the importance of a smooth transition of leadership, she urges Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State to expedite the process to fill the vacant position of Alaafin of Oyo, a neighboring town crucial to the Yorùbá kingdom.
Highlighting the significance of the Alaafin’s role in Yorùbá tradition and governance, Hon. Tolani emphasizes the need for continuity and stability in leadership to uphold the rich cultural heritage of the region. She appeals to Governor Makinde to prioritize the selection process to ensure a seamless transition and maintain the integrity of traditional institutions in Oyo State.
In this time of grief and transition, Hon. Tolani Adigun stands in solidarity with the people of Ibadan and pledges her support to uphold the legacy of the late Olubadan while advocating for the swift appointment of a new Alaafin to uphold the cultural heritage and traditions of the Yorùbá kingdom.
