>
The Orobiyi family of Ido town, in Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State has congratulated Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, on his selection as the next 43rd Olubadan of Ibadan land.
A statement signed on behalf of the family by Chief Benjamin Ishola, Orobiyi II, said the long journey from Mogaji to the Olubadan throne is a long and tortuous one, adding that no greater joy can be there for a man than to get to the peak of the traditional and cultural ladder.
He prayed that Olakulehin’s reign will be peaceful and bring progress and sustainable development to Ibadan land.
The family also expressed their heartfelt condolences to the Balogun Aliiwo family over the demise of 42nd Olubadan, Oba Mohood Lekan Balogun.
“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 said
The family also commended former Oyo State Governor, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, for his heart of leadership since the demise of the former Olubadan to the selection of the Olubadan-designate.
“Ladoja has displayed great magnanimity and patriotism by withdrawing the case against the Olubadan-in-Council from the court,” he added.
The Orobiyi family is a royal dynasty in Ido town. They are the founding fathers of the town.