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The lawmaker representing Oyo South in the National Assembly, Sen Sharafadeen Alli, has lauded the contributions of Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Olalekan Balogun to the growth and development of the ancient city as he clocks 81.
In a statement made available to newsmen on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, Alli described the traditional ruler as a great leader who has worked tirelessly to ensure that Ibadan remained a force to be reckoned with in Nigeria.
The lawmaker and Maye Balogun of Ibadan. commended the monarch for his efforts in promoting peace, unity and progress in the ancient city, saying his leadership has been a source of inspiration to many.
He said that the traditional ruler has set a remarkable standard for other traditional rulers in the country to follow and called on Nigerians to emulate the exemplary life of the monarch in their daily dealings.
The lawmaker prayed that God would bless Balogun with more years of good health and wisdom and expressed hope that the monarch would continue to steer the ship of Ibadan land towards greatness and prosperity.
Alli urged all Ibadan indigenes to support the monarch in his efforts to ensure that the city remained prosperous and peaceful.