olubadan of ibadanland

The Digest: Markets across Ibadan will suspend trading activities on Friday, September 26, 2025, in honor of the coronation of Oba Rasheed Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The directive, issued by the Babaloja General of Oyo State, Asiwaju Yekeen Abass, affects all markets within the...

President Bola Tinubu, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and prominent traditional rulers, including the Sultan of Sokoto and the Emirs of Kano and Ilorin, are expected to attend the coronation of Senator Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on Friday. The high-profile event has...

The Digest: The long wait for a new monarch is over. Oba Rasidi Ladoja is set to be crowned the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on September 26, 2025, following approval from the Oyo State governor. Key Points: Oba Rasidi Ladoja will be crowned the 44th Olubadan. The coronation is scheduled...

The Digest: The 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, was laid to rest with military honors at St. Peter’s Cathedral Church, Aremo, Ibadan. Governor Seyi Makinde, Chief of Army Staff, and other notable figures paid tribute to the late monarch. Olakulehin passed away on July 7...

The Digest: The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has sadly passed away at the age of 90. His death, confirmed by a family source to Channels Television, occurred in the early hours of Monday. This solemn news comes amidst celebrations for his 90th birthday and the first...