Nigeria, March 28 -- Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Thursday, paid tributes to the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, saying that his reign was impactful even though it was short.

Speaking when he paid a visit to the family at the Alarere residence of the late monarch in Ibadan, Mr Obasanjo said the deceased monarch exalted Yoruba traditional heritage with his carriage and mien while his reign lasted.

He was accompanied on the visit by Oyewale Fasawe and Gbenga Adewusi, among other dignitaries.

The late Olubadan died on 14 March, this year, barely 72 hours after the celebration of his second coronation anniversary.

In a statement by the Personal Assistant (Media) to the late Olubadan, Oladele Ogunsola, former Pres...