Ten of the 11 members of the Olubadan-in-Council have endorsed the nomination of the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Lekan Balogun as the next Olubadan of Ibadanland.

Osi Balogun of Ibadanland, Tajudeen Ajibola announced this at a briefing by the kingmakers on Wednesday, January 5, 2022.

According to Ajibola, the kingmakers resolved that Dr Balogun is next in line to ascend the throne of Olubadan according to tradition.

He also debunked insinuations relating to the health and wellness of the new Olubadan-elect.

Other high chiefs in attendance at the press conference included Balogun Olubadan, Owolabi Olakulehin; Otun Balogun, Eddy Oyewole; Ashipa Olubadan, Tajudeen Ajibola; Osi Balogun, Amidu Ajibade; Ekaarun Olubadan, Lateef Gbadamosi; Ekaarun Balogun, Kola Adegbola; and Ekerin Olubadan Abiodun Kola-Daisi.