The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has described the passage of Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II as a great loss to the Entire Ibadanland and Nigeria as a whole.
The President-General of the CCII, Barrister Ajeniyi Ajewole in a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital on Friday morning, said although the reign of the late monarch lasted for just two years, his leadership style will forever remain indelible in the hearts of Ibadan indigenes.
CCII President-General urged the general public to always draw strength from the enduring legacies of the late monarch and rededicate themselves to the noble ideals Ọba Balogun championed during his short reign.
The statement fully reads:
“In Loving Memory: Olubadan Oba Senator Moshood Lekan Balogun Alli Okunmade II Passes Away, Leaving a Legacy of Leadership and Unity*
“With profound sorrow but submission to the will of Allah, we, the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes, CCII mourn the passing of our revered monarch, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Senator Moshood Lekan Balogun. Alli Okunmade II.
“Though his reign spanned a brief two years, the impact of his leadership resonates deeply within the hearts of all Ibadan indigenes.
“Born on October 18, 1942, in the hallowed precincts of Ali-Iwo compound, Oba Senator Balogun’s ascent to the throne of the Olubadan of Ibadanland marked the dawn of a new era filled with promise and hope. His brief yet illustrious reign was characterized by unwavering dedication to the welfare and progress of his people.
“Despite the brevity of his tenure, Oba Senator Balogun’s visionary leadership and steadfast commitment to the principles of unity, progress, and development left an indelible mark on the fabric of Ibadanland. His legacy serves as a testament to the transformative power of leadership rooted in humility, wisdom, and compassion.
“As we bid farewell to our beloved monarch, let us draw strength from his enduring legacy and rededicate ourselves to the noble ideals he championed. May his legacy continue to inspire us, guiding our actions and shaping the destiny of Ibadanland for generations to come.”