Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has officially approved the nomination of Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.
Following this official approval, the Olubadan-designate, Ladoja, would be formally crowned the 44th Olubadan at a coronation ceremony slated for Friday, September 26, 2025 at Mapo Hall in the ancient city.
Recall that he is to be installed following the passing of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin on July 7, 2025.
On Wednesday, the state delegation met with Ladoja and other Olubadan-In-Council members at his private house in Bodija.
The media aide to the 44th Olubadan, Adeola Oloko, confirmed the development to Newsmen.
“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”, Oloko said.