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  • Olubadan: Oyo govt fixes Sept 26 for Ladoja’s coronation

    Olubadan: Oyo govt fixes Sept 26 for Ladoja’s coronation

    Barring last minute change, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has approved September 26, for the coronation of Oba Rasidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan.

    The day was chosen after a meeting between the governor and the former governor which held at the Ondo Street Bodija residence of the monarch.

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    It is the first time the governor is visiting the monarch since his (Ladoja) return to Ibadan.

    A former President General of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), Chief Bayo Oyero will be the Chairman of the Coronation Committee. 

    Details shortly…

  • Olubadan: Ladoja meets kingmakers, deliberate on installation process

    Olubadan: Ladoja meets kingmakers, deliberate on installation process

    The Olubadan-designate, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, on Tuesday held a closed-door meeting with Ibadan kingmakers at his Bodija private residence.

    All the kingmakers were in attendance except the Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, who was unavoidably absent.

    The meeting, which lasted nearly two hours, was the first since Oba Ladoja’s return to Ibadan following the death of the immediate past Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakukehin.

    Confirming the development, the Olubadan-designate’s media aide, Chief Adeola Oloko, said the deliberation was successfully held.

    He said, “The meeting was believed to have observed one minute of silence in honour of the late Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who joined his ancestors on Monday, July 7, when Oba Ladoja was not in Ibadan. It was their first meeting with Ladoja in the past two and a half months.

    “The delegation led by Otun Balogun, Oba Kola Adegbola, later congratulated Oba Ladoja on his emergence as the next Olubadan.

    “The king makers told Oba Ladoja that the public expectation of him was very high, adding that they would continue to pray to God to give him unction to function. They later discussed issues concerning his coronation, especially as it affects cultural and ceremonial aspects.

    “They envisaged that an unprecedented crowd of people would be attending the coronation, and as such, we should get everything right. They informed Kabiyesi of their willingness to serve in whatever capacity he so wishes before, during and after the coronation.

    “The Olubadan-elect had appreciated the members of the council for their unanimous ratification of his candidacy as the next Olubadan, even though he was not at home. He promised them that as Olubadan, he would run a collective and all-inclusive administration that would take into consideration their opinions.

    “He solicited their support and co-operation in taking Ibadan to the next level. As for the coronation ceremony, he said the Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde and other stakeholders, like the Araba and Oluwo Afobaje, have an important role to play in the coronation.

    Read Also: Olubadan: Ladoja holds first meeting with Olubadan-in-Council

    “He added that now that he is back home, they can meet to discuss the coronation details with His Excellency, the governor. It is after this is done that the date agreed upon will be announced.

    “But he assured the monarchs that the Olubadan-in-council would be carried along by him, and whoever they nominate in the state Coronation Committee will be sent to the state for approval.

    “The Olubadan-in-council present at the meeting are Otun Balogun, Oba Kola Adegbola, Osi Balogun, Oba Olubunmi Isioye-Dada, Asipa Olubadan, Oba Abiodun Kola-Daisi, Asipa Balogun, Oba Abiodun Azeez. Others are Ekerin Olubadan, Oba Hamidu Ajibade, Ekerin Balogun, Oba Akeem Mobolaji Adewoyin and Ekarun Balogun, High Chief Sharafadeen Alli.

    “The Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, was believed to have sent his apologies for being absent.

    “High Chief Alli gave the vote of thanks. Several dignitaries visited Oba Ladoja. Former Minister, Elder Wole Oyelese, All Progressives Congress, APC gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 elections, Senator Teslim Folarin, Chiefs, businessmen, men and community leaders.”

  • Olubadan: Ladoja holds first meeting with Olubadan-in-Council

    Olubadan: Ladoja holds first meeting with Olubadan-in-Council

    The Olubadan designate, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, has set the ball rolling for his installation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland with a meeting with the members of the Olubadan-in-Council on Tuesday.

    The meeting which is ongoing as at time of filing this report, will be the first meeting that Oba Ladoja will be attending after his nomination as the next Olubadan.

    Recall that Oba Ladoja shortly after his arrival in Ibadan on Monday met with with his families in Arusa Compound, Isale Osi and well wishers at his Bodija residence.

    Read Also: Ladoja: Oba Olakulehin’s passage unsettled me

    Oba Ladoja, while addressing the well wishers assured them that he would be meeting with members of the Council, Oluwo and Araba as well the Governor Seyi Makinde to facilitate the enthronement.

    It is in line with the assurance that the Olubadan in Council is meeting with the Council members.

    The Nation gathered that all the members of the Council are in attendance at the meeting.

  • Olubadan: Ladoja arrives Ibadan, heads to family house

    Olubadan: Ladoja arrives Ibadan, heads to family house

    Former governor of Oyo state and Olubadan-elect, Rasidi Ladoja has arrived Ibadan.

    It was gathered that the ex-senator was received by his cult-like supporters at the Ibadan end of the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, and led a long convoy of vehicles to the Isale-Osi family house.

    The return of the former governor has been anticipated by many residents and indigenes for weeks.

    Read Also: Ibadan will witness peace, development under Ladoja’s reign as Olubadan – Olugbode family

    It remains unclear how long he would remain at the family compound as it was gathered that many visitors had lined up to pay royal visit to the traditional ruler at his Ondo Street, Bodija, Ibadan residence.

    Detail shortly…

  • Ibadan will witness peace, development under Ladoja’s reign as Olubadan – Olugbode family

    Ibadan will witness peace, development under Ladoja’s reign as Olubadan – Olugbode family

    The descendants of Baale Ajayi Oyesile Olugbode in Ita Baale, Ibadan, have expressed confidence that the city will experience greater development, peace, and tranquility during the reign of Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja.

    Baale Ajayi Oyesile Olugbode, an Owu native, was the seventh traditional ruler of Ibadan, reigning between 1851 and 1864. 

    Historical records said that he was the one who introduced the Otun Olubadan line into the city’s chieftaincy structure.

    In a statement signed by Chief Tesleem Abiodun Olugbode, Mogaji of the Baale Ajayi Oyesile Olugbode family and released to journalists on Tuesday, the clan congratulated Ladoja on his nomination as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, describing his wealth of political experience and business acumen as assets that will bring progress to the ancient city.

    The Otun Olubadan and former Oyo State governor was chosen by the Olubadan-in-Council to succeed the late 43rd Olubadan, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, who passed away last month. 

    The family, speaking on behalf of all Olugbode and Owu descendants in Ibadan, expressed optimism that Ladoja’s leadership will usher in a new era of development for Ibadanland.

    “On behalf of the entire Baale Ajayi Oyesile Olugbode and other Owu descendants both at home and in the Diaspora in Ibadan, I am using this medium to congratulate the Olubadan-designate, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja on his nomination as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. 

    “Our projenitor, Baale Ajayi Oyesile Olugbode was the 7th Baale of Ibadan and reigned for thirteen (13) years, between 1851-1864. Baale Oyesile Olugbode was the one who introduced the Otun Olubadan line to Ibadan traditional system. 

    “As we know, all Ibadan indigenes hailed from one place or the other, Baale Ajayi Oyesile Olugbode hailed from Owu. We have many families that are also from Owu in Ibadan and all of them are under Baale Ajayi Oyesile Olugbode family. I am greeting Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja on behalf of all descendants of Olugbode and other Owu descendants in Ibadanland. 

    “The Ajayi Oyesile Olugbode family and other Owu descendants are happy today that Oba Ladoja has been nominated as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland by the Olubadan-in-Council. We have the conviction that his reign will witness more developmental projects, peace and tranquility. 

    “He is experienced, he has served as Senator, Governor and has served in different capacities at different times. As a former governor and business tycoon, we have the belief that he is capable to ensure that Ibadan wears a new look. 

    “We want to use this medium to appeal to all indigenes and residents of Ibadanland to give him the necessary support”.

  • BREAKING: Ladoja nominated as 44th Olubadan

    BREAKING: Ladoja nominated as 44th Olubadan

    The Olubadan-in-Council has nominated former Oyo State Governor, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.

    Ladoja’s nomination was moved by the Balogun Olubadan, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, and seconded by the Osi Olubadan, Oba Eddy Oyewole, during a meeting held at the Oke-Aremo palace of the Olubadan.

    Speaking at the meeting, Oba Ajibola said all members of the Olubadan-in-Council had signed off on Ladoja’s nomination. He added that the council would now forward Ladoja’s name to Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, for official ratification and for the scheduling of the coronation ceremony, where the Staff and Certificate of Office will be presented.

    Read Also: Olubadan-in-Council to declare stool vacant today

    The nomination follows the completion of the 21-day mourning period for the late Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who died on July 7, 2025, after reigning for one year. Olakulehin succeeded Oba Dr. Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland.

  • Olubadan-in-Council to declare stool vacant today

    Olubadan-in-Council to declare stool vacant today

    • Why Ladoja is yet to return to Ibadan, by aide

    Arrangements have been concluded for members of Olubadan-in-Council to meet today.

    The meeting is scheduled to take place at the Olubadan Palace, Oke Aremo, Ibadan.

    The meeting, whose notice was sent to all Council members last Thursday, is called to declare vacant, the stool of the Olubadan, as well as deliberate on the nomination of a new monarch for the ancient city.

    Going by the unique tradition of ascension to the stool of the ancient city, which is also expected to be followed, a former governor of the state and next-in-line to the Olubadan stool, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, will be nominated and announced as the next occupier of the stool.

    The nomination, to be made and seconded by a member of the Council, will come up after a brief deliberation. The name of the nominee is expected to be forwarded to the government through the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters.

    Ladoja will be the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, upon his confirmation by Governor Seyi Makinde.

    At press time, it remained unclear if the next-in-line to the Olubadan stool, Oba Ladoja, would be present at the meeting, although he is expected among other members of the Council.

    The former governor has been outside the state before the death of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin.

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    Although, he was expected back in the state by last weekend, a source who spoke anonymously told The Nation that Oba Ladoja had been careful in returning to the capital city so that the joy of his nomination to the stool would not override the beauty of the burial ceremonies of Oba Olakulehin.

    The Nation reports that activities lined up for the burial starts today with sporting activities, while the final burial is slated for Friday at the Cathedral of Saint Peters, Aremo, Ibadan.

    Another source hinted that although Oba Ladoja might not want to be accurately predicted, he would be comfortable talking about the stool and his ascension after the final burial of Oba Olakulehin.

    Contacted, th

    e Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, confirmed that the meeting would hold as planned at the Olubadan Palace, Oke-Aremo, Ibadan.

    The Nation reports that it is the first time such meeting is taking place at the new palace, as nomination meetings held in the past had either been convened at Oja’ba Palace or Mapo Hall.

    Oba Ajibola said the meeting of the members of the Council was called to deliberate on the vacancy created by the demise of Oba Olakulehin.

    He says although the Olubadan-next-in-line, Oba Ladoja, is expected at the meeting, as a member of the Council, his absence will not affect the proceedings and business of the day.

    The Nation reports that the Olubadan-in-Council meeting is coming a week after the completion of the 21 days mourning period in honour of the late Oba Olakulehin, who was the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland.

    He passed away on July 7 after spending a year on the throne. The monarch succeeded Oba Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, who was the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland.

  • Olubadan: Council meets today to declare stool vacant, nominate Ladoja as successor

    Olubadan: Council meets today to declare stool vacant, nominate Ladoja as successor

    The Olubadan-in-Council will meet today, Monday, at the Olubadan Palace in Oke Aremo, Ibadan, to formally declare the Olubadan stool vacant and deliberate on the nomination of a new monarch for Ibadanland.

    According to a meeting notice sent to council members last Thursday, the session will follow the traditional succession process unique to the ancient city. 

    Barring last-minute changes, former Oyo State Governor and next-in-line to the throne, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, is expected to be nominated as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.

    The nomination, which is expected to be moved and seconded by council members after brief deliberations, will be forwarded to the Oyo State Government through the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters for ratification. 

    Upon confirmation by Governor Seyi Makinde, Ladoja will ascend the throne.

    Though Oba Ladoja has been out of the state since the passing of the late Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, sources said he may have delayed his return to avoid overshadowing the ongoing burial rites of the late monarch. 

    He is, however, expected at today’s meeting, although his absence will not hinder the council’s proceedings, according to Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola.

    Read Also: Olubadan-in-Council to meet Monday on Ladoja’s nomination as next Olubadan

    This marks the first time a nomination meeting will be held at the new Olubadan Palace, as previous ones were conducted at either the Oja’ba Palace or Mapo Hall.

    The Olubadan stool became vacant following the death of Oba Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan, who passed away on July 7, 2025, after one year on the throne. 

    His burial rites begin today, with sporting activities scheduled ahead of the final funeral ceremony on Friday, August 8, at the Cathedral of Saint Peters, Aremo, Ibadan.

  • Ladoja discloses plans on vacant Olubadan chieftaincy positions

    Ladoja discloses plans on vacant Olubadan chieftaincy positions

    There are strong indications that the Olubadan-designate, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, will return to Ibadan by the weekend as preparations for his enthronement as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland continue.

    Speaking through his media aide, Adeola Oloko, the former governor assured that one of his first priorities after ascending the throne would be to fill vacant positions in the Olubadan chieftaincy line.

    Oloko disclosed this in a statement following a courtesy visit to Ladoja by the Asipa Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Abiodun Kola-Daisi, at his Lagos residence on Monday.

    Reflecting on the passing of his predecessor, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, Ladoja said: “I was not in Ibadan when the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, joined his ancestors on Monday, July 7, 2025.” 

    He, however, praised the late monarch for his contributions to the growth and unity of Ibadanland.

    “Kabiyesi Olakulehin lived an impactful life and gave a good account of himself.

    “There would be no delay in filling every pending vacancy in the Olubadan chieftaincy line,” Olubadan designate affirmed.

    Earlier, Oba Kola-Daisi condoled Ladoja over the passing of the 43rd Olubadan.

    He used the opportunity to pledge his loyalty and support to the Olubadan-designate.

    The Nation reports that Oba Olakulehin joined his ancestors at the age of 90, five days to celebrate his first coronation anniversary.

    Oba Ladoja who has been away since demise of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin is expected back in Ibadan this weekend.

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    It was gathered reliably that enthronement rite will commence after the burial ceremony of Late Oba Olakulehin which has been tentatively fixed for Friday, August, 8, 2025 at Saint Peters Cathedral, Aremo Ibadan.

    The enthronement rites will be preceeded by the Olubadan Advisory Council meeting where Oba Ladoja will be nominated as successor to the throne by Balogun Olubadan, Oba Tajudeed Ajibola and to be seconded by Osi Olubadan, Oba Eddy Oyewole.

    His nomination, (Oba Ladoja) will be forwarded to Governor Seyi Makinde for approval after which the traditional rites will commence.

    The date of the coronation of the new Olubadan is expected to be announced after the final burial of the late Oba Olakulehin. 

  • Baàmẹ̀kọ́ of Ibadanland pays condolence visit to late Olubadan family

    Baàmẹ̀kọ́ of Ibadanland pays condolence visit to late Olubadan family

    An Olubadan Chief, Oloye Saheed Oladele, the Baàmẹ̀kọ́ of Ibadanland, has visited the family of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Akinloye Ige-Olakulehin I, in their Alalubosa GRA residence, to commiserate with them on the passing of the revered monarch.

    Late Oba Owolabi Akinloye Ige-Olakulehin I died on July 7, 2025, two days after his one year on Olubadan throne and five days before his 90th birthday.

    Oloye Oladele was received by the late Olubadan’s first son, Aremo Sumbo Olakulehin and his three other siblings on behalf of the family. 

    He described the death of the monarch as a colossal loss to Ibadanland in particular and Nigeria in general. 

    He told the princes that he came to Olubadan residence as soon as he arrived Ibadan from his 3-week trip. 

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    Oloye Oladele said he was saddened by the death of the Olubadan who left at the time when Ibadan, Oyo State, and Nigeria needed his wealth of wisdom. 

    In his tribute earlier shared by his media office, the Baàmẹ̀kọ́ of Ibadanland stated that Kabiyesi’s life was a great lesson Ibadan had taught this generation, that patience is not weakness, that destiny may delay but it can never be denied.

    However, Oloye Oladele said he was glad that Oba Olakulehin was able to taste the fruit of endurance to become the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, and was recorded in the history of Ibadan. 

    He prayed for the repose of the late Olubadan.