The Babaloja General of Oyo state, Alhaji Yekeen Abass has announced the closure of some markets in Ibadan, the state capital, as the 8th day Fidau of late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Mohood Lekan Balogun holds on Friday.
He made this known in a statement made available to newsmen.
Announcing on behalf of market leaders and elders, the Babaloja General said it is important market men and women give honour to the late Olubadan in remembrance of the roles he played in the development of Ibadanland.
He said markets at Gate, Oje, Beere, Ojaaba, Idi Arere and Bode will be closed today, 22nd of March, 2024.
Alhaji Abass condoled with Governor Seyi Makinde, the Ali Iwo family, sons and daughters of Ibadan and the state in general.
