Deborah Akinyosoye
The Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, will be crowned as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on Friday, September 26, 2025.
Investigations reveal that his nomination has been approved by the State Governor, Seyi Makinde.
It was further gathered that the state delegation met with Ladoja and other members of the Olubadan-In-Council at his Bodija private residence on Wednesday.
When contacted, a media aide to the 44th Olubadan, Adeola Oloko, confirmed the development.
“Oba Ladoja will be enthroned as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on Friday, September 26, 2025.
“The ceremony is billed for the ancient Mapo Hall in Ibadan, the state capital.
Recall that Ladoja had convened a meeting with the kingmakers at his private residence on Ondo Street, Old Bodija, in the Ibadan North Local Government Area on Tuesday.
The meeting, held behind closed doors and lasting nearly two hours, was the first since Oba Ladoja’s return following the passing of the immediate-past monarch, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin.