At the epoch making event, the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde said: “It was my honour to present the Certificate of Instrument of Office and Symbol of Authority to Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, Ige Olakulehin I, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland. Our prayer is that Kabiyesi’s reign will be long, peaceful and prosperous.
“Congratulations to all of us, Ibadan indigenes. We remained united despite all attempts to divide us. May Kabiyesi’s reign favour us all.”