OLUBADAN THRONE: OROBIYI FAMILY CONGRATULATES OLAKULEHIN, MOURNS BALOGUN

 

The Orobiyi family of Ido town in Ido Local government of oyo state has congratulated the Olubadan-designate Oba Owolabi Olakulehin for his selection as the next Olubadan of Ibadan Land.

According to a statement made available to press by the family the long journey from Mogaji to Olubadan is a long and tortuous one and no greater joy can there be for a man than to get to the peak of the traditional and cultural ladder.

Chief Benjamin Ishola Orobiyi II, speaking on behalf of the family, prayed that the reign of Oba Olakulehin will be peaceful and bring progress and sustainable development to Ibadan Land.

His vast experience and dedication to service will stand Ibadan in good stead during his reign. He wished the Kabiyesi a long reign on the throne.

In the same vein, the family expressed their heart-felt condolences to the Balogun Aliiwo family for the departure of Oba Mohood Lekan Balogun who has gone to be with his ancestors. Oba Balogun was a man who served humanity and the nation at various levels before becoming the Olubadan. His reign as Olubadan was also marked with peace and development relying on his experience, connections and diplomacy. Ibadan already misses him.

The family also commended High Chief Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja for his handling of events from after the demise of the former Olubadan to the selection of the Olubadan-designate. Alhaji Tajudeen Oladapo (AKA Warrior) also speaking on behalf of the family said Ladoja has displayed great magnanimity and patriotism by withdrawing the case against the Olubadan-in-Council from the court. According to him the Otun Olubadan has always displayed uncommon leadership qualities.

The Orobiyi family is a royal dynasty in Ido town. They are the founding fathers of the town