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The first woman from Oyo State to rise to the position of a Colonel in Nigerian Army, Col. Nike Akerele (Rtd), has congratulated the Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Lekan Balogun, on the occasion of his second anniversary on the throne of his forefathers.
Akerele, who is the Iyalode Akinrogun of Ibadan land, in a statement, said Oba Balogun’s ascension to the throne has further confirmed God’s favour and blessings on him.
Akerele, who acknowledged Oba Balogun’s contributions to the development of Ibadan land, Oyo State and Nigeria at large, described the royal father as a blessing to the ancient city.
She commended the monarch’s contributions to various issues and discourse of national interest, adding that Olubadan has brought his wealth of experience laced with humility as well as compassion to bear on Ibadan land and its environs.
“I am happy to be alive today to congratulate you as you mark two years on the throne of your forefathers. May Almighty Allah keep and protect the throne to the best of your wishes, grant you long life and more successful service to our fatherland.
“Kabiesi, I join millions of Ibadan descendants home and abroad, friends, associates and other well wishers to wish you happy second anniversary on the throne of your forefathers as the Olubadan of Ibadan land,” she said.
Akerele noted that the fact that the anniversary coincided with the beginning of Ramadan is a sign that Allah has blessed the celebration.
She said the reign of Oba Balogun has brought immense peace to Ibadan land, and prayed to Almighty Allah to give the Olubadan good health and wisdom to continue to pilot affairs of the ancient city.