Former Oyo State governor, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has officially ascended the throne as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.
The coronation took place at the Ose Meji Temple in Ibadan South-East Local Government Area on Friday, September 26, 2025.
Earlier in the day, Oba Ladoja received the traditional Akoko leaf at the Labosinde Compound, Oja’ba, Ibadan, marking a key step in the rites of passage. He is expected to be formally presented with the staff and instrument of office by Governor Seyi Makinde at the historic Mapo Hall.
Ladoja’s ascension followed the passing of the 43rd Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who died on Monday, July 7, 2025.
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