Ladoja To Be Crowned 44th Olubadan September 26

The Olubadan-designate, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, is set to be crowned as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, the capital of Oyo State, during a coronation ceremony scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025.

It was gathed that his nomination received the approval of the state governor, ‘Seyi Makinde.

It was further gathered that the state delegation met with Ladoja and other members of the Olubadan-In-Council at his Bodija private residence on Wednesday.

When contacted, a media aide to the 44th Olubadan, Adeola Oloko, confirmed the development.

“Oba Ladoja will be enthroned as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on Friday, September 26, 2025.

“The ceremony is billed for the ancient Mapo Hall in Ibadan, the state capital.

It will be recalled that Ladoja had, on Tuesday, met with the kingmakers at his residence.