Governor Seyi Makinde has officially presented the staff and instruments of office to former Governor of Oyo State, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, Arusa I, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.
The installation of Oba Ladoja’s installation and coronation held at the historic Mapo Hall, Ibadan has in attendance, President Bola Tinubu who is coincidentally visiting Ibadan for the first time since the beginning of his tenure.
The epoch-making coronation ceremony, was also attended by remarkable dignitaries from across Nigeria and beyond.
Speaking while presenting the staff of office, Governor Makinde described Oba Ladoja’s ascension as “a fulfillment of destiny and a continuation of Ibadan’s proud cultural heritage.”
He noted that the installation of the new monarch was not just a traditional exercise but also a unifying moment for the people of Ibadanland.
Oba Ladoja, in his remarks, expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for attending his coronation.
He reiterated his call for the creation of Ibadan state and expressed confidence and optimism in the capacity of the president to actualize it.
He noted that God has blessed him beyond measures in his sojourn in life and stressed that the rest of his life will be dedicated to serving humanity and the people of Ibadan land on the throne.