Akpabio: Olubadan was a man of integrity

● His reign positively impacted Oyo traditional institutions

President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has sympathised with the family of Olubadan of Ibadan, the Government and the people of Oyo State over their Monarch, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who passed at the age of 90 on Monday.

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Akpabio, in a condolence message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, said that the Oba died at a time his wise and elderly counsel was most needed.

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He said the late Oba lived a good life and was a man of integrity, whose reign, though shortlived, impacted positively on the traditional institutions in the state.

“On behalf of my family, the Senate and the National Assembly, I wish to express my deepest condolences to the family, friends, and subjects of the late Olubadan of Ibadan and the government of Oyo state, especially Governor Seyi Makinde,” Akpabio said.

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“Although, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin reigned for only one year, his leadership left an indelible mark on his subjects and the people of the state. His integrity was never in doubt as he stood for truth, justice, and fairness,” the Senate President added.

He prayed the Almighty God to “grant the monarch eternal rest and comfort his family during this difficult time.”