In loving memory of a father to all, a mentor, a philanthropist, Our King His Imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Mohood Olalekan Ishola Balogun (CFR) The 42nd Olubadan of Ibadan Land (Alli Okunmade II).
I can't still believe you are gone Baba Oloye as we use to call you before you became The Olubadan of Ibadan Land, your death came as a rude shock to me in the early hours of Friday in the holy month of Ramadan and till date it as created a great vaccum that can't be filled within the family and Ibadan at large. The love, kindness, generosity and your word of advice will always be remembered.
You became the Olubadan of Ibadan Land when we were in need of a great custodian of tradition and your reign was remarkable even though if it was short but Allah knows best.
I so much cherished the time you spent with us as a father, Uncle, Brother and Man of the people.
Ishola to ba d'ile kio k'ile, Olalekan ti oba d'orun ki o s'orun Ree.
Omo soun l'ogbomoso, Omo jogioro akedehunso, Omo sebe Dudu Inu ogan ti soro bi agbon, Omo olomu aperan Omo olooro agogo asingba lona tomu, Omo apewajoye ni ajagunlase, omo otoro obe toro abe, omo abe ni gbeni alusi obe kan ki gbe eeyan.
May Allah accept your soul and forgive your shortcomings.
Tribute by Aare Bello Rilwan Olanrewaju
Chairman Alliwo Youth Forum (AYF)
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