Barr. Akeem Adedeji Agbaje, frontline gubernatorial aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State for the 2027 election, 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.

‎‎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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