The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olalekan Balogun, has passed away.
The 42nd Olubadan died days after marking his second year coronation anniversary.
News of the death of the 81-year-old Ibadan traditional ruler was confirmed by his media aide, Dele Ogunsola, late Thursday evening.
Oba Balogun died at the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan few hours after admission at the facility.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the first-class traditional ruler ascended the throne on 11 March 2022 after the demise of his predecessor, Oba Saliu Adetunji.
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo on Thursday, confirmed the passing away of the monarch.
The governor made this announcement in a statement by his Special Adviser, Media, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, on Thursday night.
Governor Makinde described the Olubadan as an epitome of royal excellence and a great achiever, who made great marks on Ibadanland in just a little over two years of his reign.
He expressed his condolences to the Olubadan-in-Council, the Oyo State Traditional Council and the people of Ibadanland and Oyo State, praying to God to grant repose to the soul of the deceased monarch.
