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By Akinwande Soji-Ojo
Senate President, Ahmed Lawan, has congratulated Sen. Lekan Balogun on his appointment as the next Olubadan.
In a statement he personally signed, Lawan said: “I write to extend to Your Royal Majesty my sincere congratulations and best wishes on your appointment as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland to the throne of your fore fathers.
“Whereas your appointment to ascend the throne of your fore fathers is an honour well deserved, it serves to thrust upon you the responsibility of promoting and upholding the cultural values, traditions and heritage of the people of Ibadanland, I have implicit confidence in your capability to deliver on the mandate of the office and usher in prosperity and a peaceful reign to the people of Ibadanland.
“Congratulations once again and be assured of my goodwill at all times.”