Olubadan designate, Dr. Lekan Balogun, on Friday assured the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes that he would not betray the confidence reposed in him.
The incoming Olubadan pledged his support to the frontline Ibadan socio-cultural group in forging a common front.
Balogun spoke while playing host to the executives of the CCII led by its President-General, Prince Oluyemisi Adeaga, at his Alarere residence in Ibadan.
The new Olubadan, who acknowledged the contributions of the CCII, praised their doggedness, patriotism and sacrifice for the good of Ibadanland.
Earlier, the President-General of CCII said that the purpose of the visit was to formally congratulate the Olubadan designate on the ratification of his appointment by Governor Seyi Makinde.
Adeaga, who recalled the controversy that trailed succession to the stool after the passage of Oba Saliu Adetunji, said that “Kabiyesi, your exposure in areas of academic, politics, business and social interaction has made our task easier.
“At CCII, we are to ensure that Ibadan dignity is at all times preserved, and to now have a man of dignity and candour on the throne, our job becomes very easy.
“We are to function based on your directive, Kabiyesi. When you want us in the front, we will be there, and if it is at the back that you want us, we are ready. We will be working based on your authority and directives and we are confident of your leadership as a man of many parts and with robust and rich credentials.”
The CCII executive gave the new Olubadan an update on the progress made so far on the new Ibadan Palace at Oke-Are.
