The Peoples Democratic Party wants the Federal Government to remember and honor the late Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, for his contributions to the country's development.
Balogun passed away on Thursday at 81 at the University College, Ibadan.
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The late Olubadan was the king for two years, receiving the Staff of Office from Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on March 11, 2022.
In response, the PDP, in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, on Sunday, stated that the late Olubadan had a fulfilled life as a legend.
The statement mentioned, “The Peoples Democratic Party is calling on the Federal Government to honor the late highly respected royal father, the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II for his remarkable contributions to national unity, security, political and economic development of our country.
“The party deeply sympathizes with Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, the royal family, the Olubadan-in-Council, the Ibadanland, and the entire people of Oyo State on the passing of the Olubadan, describing it as a huge national loss.
“The late Olubadan led a fulfilled life as a legend; a magnificent and compassionate king who with penetrating wisdom and transcendental glory bestrode life like a colossus, defied impermanence, gained immortality even in the mortal realm, and etched his indelible footprints on the sand of time.”
The PDP described the late Olubadan as an individual of unwavering integrity who played a role in the progress of his community and Nigeria as a whole.
It added, “He was an incorruptible personality, an inexhaustible reservoir of our cultural heritage, interminable source of wisdom and vision; and who with great virtuousness led his people and made innumerable contributions towards the peace, unity and stability of our dear nation; legacies that will remain evergreen in the annals of Nigeria.
“The PDP stands with Governor Makinde, the royal family, the Olubadan-in-Council, and the people of Ibadan and prays that we all receive comfort and fortitude at this critical moment.”
