Author: Bode Akinbode

Aare Olayinka Segelu hails Ladoja’s coronation, says new Olubadan’s reign ‘ll usher in prosperity

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Governorship hopeful and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Aare Olayinka Segelu, has congratulated His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, on his coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. In a statement issued on Sunday, Segelu, a Germany-based businessman and philanthropist, described Oba Ladoja’s ascension to the revered… Continue reading

Cultural Integrity at Stake: A critique of Taye Currency’s role in the Olubadan coronation| By Fẹ́mi Akínṣọlá

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In the context of cultural events, valuing competence over mere connections is paramount. The recent coronation of the 44th Olúbàdàn of Ibadanland vividly illustrates the pitfalls of allowing favoritism to overshadow skill, resulting in an event that fell short of honoring the city’s rich heritage. The Olúbàdàn coronation is not… Continue reading

Osun waste handlers back Adeleke on flood prevention, call for proper waste disposal

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The Association of Waste Management Handlers in Osun State has commended Governor Ademola Adeleke and key government officials for their proactive steps in addressing sanitation challenges amid warnings of possible nationwide flooding. At a press briefing held Friday at its Secretariat in Ayegbaju Market, Osogbo, the association praised the governor,… Continue reading

Makinde presents instruments of office to Ladoja as 44th Olubadan.Says all challenges with chieftaincy succession now over

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Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that the Olubadan traditional system and succession process are sacrosanct and must continue to be upheld.The governor stated this on Friday, while presenting the staff and instruments of office to the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba (Senator) Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, Arusa I, at… Continue reading

Mogaji Aare Alasa, Prof. Sabit Olagoke Congratulates Oba Rashidi Ladoja on Ascension as 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland

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The Mogaji Aare Alasa compound in Ibadanland, Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke JP, has extended warm congratulations to Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja on his official coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. In a goodwill message personally signed and made available to the press on Friday, Prof. Olagoke who is also… Continue reading

Egbeda LG distributes 70,000 exercise books to schools.As SUBEB chair, others laud council chairman, Sanda

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Executive Chairman of Egbeda Local Government and chairman of Local Government Chairmen in Oyo State, Hon. Sikiru Oyedele Sanda, has kicked off the distribution of 70,000 exercise books to pupils in all the 77 primary schools in the council.Sanda, who noted that the effort was part of his administration’s “Back… Continue reading

Olubadan: Committee issues traffic advisory as Tinubu attends Oba Ladoja’s coronation Friday

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The Coronation Organising Committee for installing the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has announced traffic diversions ahead of the ceremony scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025, at the historic Mapo Hall. In a traffic advisory issued on Tuesday, the security sub-committee under the general committee chaired by former… Continue reading