The Babaloja General of Oyo state, Alhaji Yekeen Abass has made known the decision to close some markets in Ibadan, the state capital, as the 8th day Fidau of late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Mohood Lekan Balogun holds on Friday (Tomorrow).
This was revealed in a statement made available to newsmen.
Announcing on behalf of market leaders and elders, the Babaloja General said it is important for market men and women to give honour to the late Olubadan in remembrance of the roles he played in the development and growth of the historical city.
Markets at Gate, Oje, Beere, Ojaaba, Idi Arere and Bode will be closed tomorrow , 22nd of March, 2024, according to him.
Lastly, the Babaloja condoled with Governor Seyi Makinde, the Ali Iwo family, sons and daughters of Ibadan and the state in general.