Akeem Agbaje Joins Others To Mourn Demise Of Oloye Lekan Alabi

‎Frontline gubernatorial aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State for the 2027 election, Barr. Akeem Adedeji Agbaje, has expressed his condolences to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, the Olubadan-in-Council, and the Oyo State Government over the passing of Alhaji Lekan Alabi, the Abese Olubadan of Ibadanland.

‎ The 76-year-old respected journalist, administrator, author, traditional chief and the cultural ambassador of the National Museum and Monuments in Ile-Ife, Osun State, reportedly died on Saturday morning in Lagos, leaving behind an enduring legacy of professionalism, intellectual depth, and distinguished public service.

‎In a condolence message, Barr Akeem Agbaje described the late Alhaji Alabi as a respected journalist, public servant, and traditional title holder whose life reflected a long commitment to journalism, public communication, and the development of Ibadanland and Oyo State.

‎“Alhaji Lekan Alabi lived a life of service across journalism, public administration, and the traditional institution. His passing is a loss to Ibadanland, Oyo State, and the media community. We will remember him for his professionalism, experience, and contributions to public communication and the development of our society.”

He prayed that Almighty Allah would forgive Alhaji Lekan Alabi’s shortcomings, grant him Al-Jannatul Firdaus, and give his family, colleagues, associates, and the people of Ibadanland the strength and fortitude to bear the loss.

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