Former governor of Oyo State and Otun Olubadan of Ibadaland, High Chief Rashidi Adewole Ladoja, Ibadan obas and mogajis as well as prominent Ibadan indigenes on Sunday graced the Thanksgiving service held in honour of the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadaland, HIM Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin Ige 1.
Recall that Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, Ige 1 was officially presented instrument and staff of office on July 12, 2024 by the State Governor ‘Seyi Makinde in an epoch making occasion held at the Mapo hall open ground.
President-General, Central Council of Ibadan Indegens (CCII), Barr. Ajeniyi Ajewole, and President of Ibadan Mogaji’s, Mogaji Asimiyu Ariori were among eminents Nigerians that attended the thanksgiving service for the newly crowned Olubadan of Ibadaland
The service, which was held on Sunday at Cathedral Church of St. Peters, Aremo, Ibadan was attended by dignitaries from all walks of life, including traditional rulers, politicians, and religious leaders.
In his remark, the Bishop of Ibadan North Anglican Diocese, Rt. Rev. Rotimi Aladekugbe urged Oba Olakulehin to use his position to promote peace, unity, and development in Ibadanland.
The bishop also prayed for wisdom, guidance, and strength for the new monarch as he begins his reign.
Oba Olakulehin, in his address, thanked God for the opportunity to serve as the Olubadan of Ibadanland and promised to work for the progress and prosperity of Ibadaland.
The monarch expressed gratitude to the people of Ibadanland for their support and cooperation during his coronation process.
The new Olubadan was accompanied to the service by his children and other members of the royal family.
The service featured hymns, prayers, and thanksgiving, as well as a special hymn in honor of the new monarch.
The son of the monarch, Prince Folasekemi Olakulehin thank God for making the day a reality.
He described his father’s long journey to the throne as worthwhile adding that the royal family will continue to be grateful to God for the privilege to serve the people.
