The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has joined millions of illustrious sons and daughters of Ibadanland at home and in the diaspora to rejoice with His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Senator) Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, Arusamajere I, on his historic coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. In his message made available through his head of media, Aderibigbe Yisahu, Olufade described the coronation as the “fulfilment of a glorious destiny for a man whose life reflects uncommon courage, resilience, and service to humanity.” The council chairman noted that Ibadan North, being the largest local government in Oyo…
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The lawmaker representing Ibadan North Constituency 2 in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Adebayo Babajide Gabriel, popularly known as the Jagaban of the 9th and 10th Assembly, has congratulated Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, Arusa 1, on his enthronement as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. Babajide Gabriel described Kabiyesi as a rare gem whose political, economic, and cultural contributions to Ibadan and Oyo State remain indelible. “Today, Ibadanland crowns a king who is not only revered in politics and business but also in character, humility, and wisdom. Oba Ladoja has shown us that true leadership is service, and his…
The Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Hon. Akeem Olatunji, has congratulated the Olubadan-designate and former Governor of Oyo State, High Chief Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, on the occasion of his 81st birthday anniversary. Olatunji described Oba Ladoja as “a rare gem, a father of the entire people of Ibadanland, and a blessing to Oyo state.” In a statement on Thursday in Ibadan, Olatunji lauded Oba Ladoja’s enduring contributions to the political, cultural, and socio-economic development of Oyo State, noting that his life has been marked by exemplary service, humility, and selfless leadership. “On behalf of the government and good people of…
In a strategic move aimed at deepening corporate-social synergy and supporting youth-focused initiatives, telecommunications giant Globacom Nigeria Limited has paid a courtesy visit to the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, under the leadership of Hon. Adebowale Adebayo Falana. A statement released by the Head of Media Unit to the Chairman, Opeyemi Rasheed Socrates. The visit, held at the agency’s headquarters in Ibadan, was led by the Regional Manager, from Globacom’s Enterprise Business Unit. During the visit on Tuesday, the delegation from Globacom engaged in high-level discussions with the agency’s Chairman, Hon. Falana, and the Coordinating Director, Mr. Sangogade Olusumbo…
Hon. Adebayo Babajide Gabriel, popularly called “Jagaban of the 9th and 10th Assembly,” representing Ibadan North Constituency 2 at the Oyo State House of Assembly, has felicitated with His Royal Majesty, Oba (Senator) Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, on his 81st birthday. Jagaban praised the Olubadan-designate as a towering figure who embodies the enduring unity, courage, and resilience of Ibadanland. “Baba is not just a political leader but a custodian of our culture and a unifier whose presence brings calm, whose wisdom commands respect, and whose humility inspires all,” he said. The lawmaker recalled how Baba Ladoja, as Governor of Oyo State,…
The Oyo State Government has issued a travel advisory to road users on routes to take or avoid ahead of the coronation ceremony of the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland scheduled to hold at the Mapo Hall, Ibadan, on Friday. The Security and Traffic Management Team of the ceremony issued this advisory on Thursday, warning motorists and road users who typically travel through Idi-arere inward to Mapo, as well as Beere roundabout toward Mapo, to use alternative routes such as Oranyan, Alekuso, Agbeni, Labiran, Agbongbon, and Kudeti to avoid congestion. The team maintained that the diversion will be in effect from…
The Oyo State House of Assembly has formally received and approved the notice of early resumption from leave submitted by the Executive Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde. The Governor returned to duty ahead of schedule to personally participate in and oversee the coronation ceremony of the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. During its plenary sitting on Thursday, 25th September 2025, the Assembly presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Muhammad Abiodun Fadeyi, on behalf of the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin read and acknowledged the Governor’s resumption letter. Governor Makinde, who had initially informed the House of his…
Amofin Beulah Adeoye, the founder of the Beulah Adeoye Foundation has joined sons and daughters of Ibadan land, distinguished Nigerians to congratulate Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja on his 81st birthday and coronation scheduled for Friday, 26 September 2025. Amofin Adeoye described birthday celebration of Chemical Engineer and Alumnus of University of Liege which coincide with his ascension to the throne of his forefathers as a collective pride for all and sundry. Oba Ladoja was born in 1944 in Gambari village near Ibadan becomes 44th Olubadan of Ibadan land following transition of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin on 7 July, 2025. He…
Hon. Adebowale Adebayo Falana, the Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, has reaffirmed the importance of vocational and technical skills acquisition as a key driver of youth confidence and economic prosperity in Pacesetter State. He made this assertion on Tuesday at Ibadan Oluyole Hall, while addressing participants at the 5th edition of the Progressive Tradesmen and Artisans Association of Nigeria (PROTAAN) Youth Wing Summit, held in Ibadan, Oyo State. Delivering a keynote address on the theme tagged “Building Confidence through Skills Acquisition” Falana stated that empowering young people with practical, employable skills remains one of the most…
The Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Ibadan, on Wednesday, received its first aircraft since being closed down in March 2025 for upgrade to international standards. The aircraft, which is an advanced member of the presidency flight scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025, arrived the airport at exactly 9:14 AM to the joy of everyone in the vicinity. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected in Ibadan on Friday for the coronation of the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. The successful landing underscores the readiness and capabilities of the airport’s infrastructure to handle high-profile flights safely and efficiently. With the…
