An autobiography on the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Lekan Balogun, is set to launch in the ancient city of Ibadan.
The launch of the book is expected to be the high point of a symposium on the late monarch who reigned between March 11, 2022, and March 14, 2024 Idiape
It detailed the uniqueness of Ibadan chiefs in ascending to the throne of Olubadan without any rancour.The book, titled “The Life and Times of 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Late Oba Lekan Balogun”
The book, written by an educationist, Dr Layo Adeniyi, which chronicles the Ibadan chieftaincy traditional system, also delved more about the life and time of Late Oba Lekan BalogunThe book consists of 221 pages, which cover 21 chapters.
It also focused on the past heroes in the city of Ibadan, the Ibadan Empire, the founders, the notable Olubadan, ruling lines, and the emojis of Ibadanland.
The book makes a deep explanation of the ascendancy to the Olubadan throne, the journey to become a high chief as well as that of members of Olubadan-in-council.
According to the organisers, is a must-read by citizens of Ibadan, residents and well-wishers of the city.
The book equally paid tributes to eminent sons and daughters of the city and its fallen heroes.
The event is slated to be held on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at Ibadan Civic Centre, Idiape Ibadan.
Alhaji Chief Fatai Aremu Olanrewaju, the Ekerin Parakoyi of Ibadanland, and high chief, Fijabi. AGBA AKIN OLUBADAN will be Chief Launchers at the book launch while Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, will be the Special Guest of Hon THE CURRENT OLUBADAN OBA OLAKUKEHIN IS THE GRAND HOST, OBA RASHID LADOJA IS EXPECTED TO BE THE CHAIRMAN of the event
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