Governor Seyi Makinde has on Monday approved the appointment of Senator Lekan Balogun as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland.
Makinde made this known through his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Taiwo Adisa.
The position which became vacant on Sunday 2nd January this year was due to the demise of Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji.
The approval follows a recommendation made by the Olubadan-in-Council and which was communicated to the governor recently.
Makinde said: “I am pleased to announce the appointment of the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Lekan Balogun as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland.
“The appointment is in line with the Olubadan of Ibadan Chieftaincy Declaration, as well as the unique and time-tested tradition of our people.
“On behalf of the government and good people of Oyo State, I wish the newly confirmed Olubadan a successful reign blessed with peace and unprecedented progress.”
