The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun has died after a brief illness.
The late monarch died at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan at the age of 81.
This was announced in a statement by the Personal Assistant (Media) to the late monarch, Oladele Ogunsola.
The late monarch, who came the from Ali-Iwo compound in the present Ibadan North East local government area was the 42nd Olubadan.
He ascended the throne on 11 March, 2022 succeeding Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji who joined his ancestors on 2nd January, 2022.
He was the first most educated to have emerged as Ibadan monarch, with a P.hd from UK.
He was a lecturer at the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria and was later elected to represent Oyo Central Senatorial District between 1999 and 2003.
He was also a former member of management staff of Shell British Petroleum and a successful businessman.
The late Olubadan is survived by wives, children and grandchildren.
