On Monday, the Olubadan-In-Council nominated Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.
Gatekeepers News reports that the nomination follows the passing of the late Olubadan, Oba Olakulehin, who joined his ancestors on July 7, 2025.
The nomination took place at the Olubadan Palace located in Oke-Aremo, within the Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State.
Balogun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, who presided over the session, confirmed the decision, stating, “We (members of the Olubadan-In-Council) have all signed and nominated Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the new Olubadan of Ibadanland.”
“We will forward the resolutions of our meeting to our Governor, Seyi Makinde. He will now pick a date to present a staff of Office to the new Olubadan.
“The late Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, will be buried this week. So, this week is not feasible.
“He (Makinde) may decide to pick three weeks, two weeks or one week.”
