Uncertainty in Ibadan over Olubadan’s stool
There are indications that all may not be going as planned with activities leading to the selection of the next Olubadan following the death of the 42nd Olubadan, Oba Lekan Balogun.
According to tradition, the enthronement process for the next in line to the throne of the Olubadan was expected to begin immediately after the eighth-day prayer of the late Olubadan, which was held last week.
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Olubadan For Burial Today At Aliwo Ancestral Home
The remains of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, will be interred according to Islamic rites today, Friday, March 15, 2024, at his Aliwo ancestral home in Ibadan, Oyo State capital.
The late monarch, who reigned for two years, joined his ancestors at the age of 81 late Thursday evening at the University College Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State, after a brief…
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Ladoja Drags Gov Makinde and Olubadan To Court
The Otun Olubadan of Ibadan, Rashidi Ladoja has dragged the Oyo state Governor, Seyi Makinde; the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, and his ten newly elevated beaded crown-wearing Obas to court over the chieftaincy title.
Ladoja Drags Gov Makinde and Olubadan To Court
Ladoja dragged them to Oyo State High Court, Ring Road, Ibadan last Thursday.
Punch report, on Thursday, June 22, that…
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Olubadan of Ibadan Backs Clamour for Telecom Infrastructure Protection
Olubadan of Ibadan Backs Clamour for Telecom Infrastructure Protection
The advocacy for telecom infrastructure protection across the country by the Nigerian Communications Commission, (NCC) has received royal blessings and support of the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Lekan Balogun, who has urged every citizen in Nigerian to take responsibility for the protection of telecom facilities for mutual benefit of all.
The monarch, who spoke through the Ayingun Olubadan of…
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Fresh concerns threaten installation process of Olubadan-designate
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“Stay away from Ibadanland and Oyo state” – Ibadan elders warn O’odua Nation Agitators
The Central Council Of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), alongside the Olubadan-in-Council, Obas, Ibadan elders, Mogajis, and Baales, have issued a stern warning to O’odua Nation agitators, urging them to refrain from infiltrating Ibadanland and the entirety of Oyo state.
The statement comes in response to the recent attack on the Oyo State Government Secretariat by suspected agitators.
In a statement by…
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How to select new (king) Olubadan of Ibadanland
The process of selecting a new Olubadan of Ibadanland is steeped in tradition and cultural significance. As the paramount traditional ruler of Ibadan, the selection of the Olubadan is a matter of great importance to the people of Ibadanland. The Olubadan chieftaincy title is not only a traditional institution but also a symbol of unity and heritage for the Yoruba people.
The selection of a new…
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Why former Oyo Governor Ladoja Cannot Succeed Oba Balogun as Next Olubadan
Rashidi Ladoja, the former governor of Oyo state, is not the next in line to succeed Lekan Balogun, the late Olubadan of Ibadanland
An analysis of the existing law in the state showed that the title always moved from the civil, known as Egbe Agba, and the military, referred to as the Balogun lines
The late Balogun is from the civil as the power is expected to shift to the military, while…
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TY Buratai Foundation Extends Condolences To Oyo State, Ibadanland Over Passing Of Olubadan
By; KATO P. LADAN, Kaduna
In a heartfelt gesture of condolence and respect, the TY Buratai Humanity Care Foundation (TYBHCF) has extended its sympathy to the Oyo State Government, Olubadan-in-Council, the Oyo State Traditional Council, and the people of Ibadanland following the passing of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II.The…
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Olubadan's Exit: "He Used his stool to promote unity and progress of the Yoruba race" Gov Adeleke Says, Commiserates with Gov Makinde, Ibadan people
Olubadan’s Exit: “He Used his stool to promote unity and progress of the Yoruba race” Gov Adeleke Says, Commiserates with Gov Makinde, Ibadan people
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has described the passing of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, HIM Oba Dr. Moshood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunade II, as devastating, saying the late monarch will be missed for the peace and tranquillity that…
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Meet next Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin
Following the death of Oba Moshood Olalekan Balogun, the late Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who is the current Balogun of Ibadanland, who is the head of the military line of the Olubadan system, is set to become the next Olubadan of Ibadan.
Tradition has it that from today, palace drummers and chanters would move from Alli-Iwo to the Ita Baale palace of Ọba Olakulehin,…
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The Only Crown I Want To Wear Is Olubadan; I'm Not Interested In Any Other-Ladoja
The former Governor of Oyo State and Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Rashidi Ladoja has said that he was not interested in any crown other than that of the Olubadan of Ibadanland.
This came as Governor Seyi Makinde approved the promotion of 11 Ibadan High Chiefs to beaded crown Obas and Friday, July 7, had been tentatively fixed for their installation, as stipulated in the letter sent to…
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Ladoja Drags Gov Makinde and Olubadan To Court Written by Kelechi Ofor
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BREAKING: Olubadan, Lekan Balogun dies at 81
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun has joined his ancestors after a brief illness.
He joined his ancestors at the age of 81.
It was gathered that the late monarch was taken to the hospital Wednesday morning having stayed indoors throughout Tuesday on account of slight malaria fever, though, he was hail and hearty on Monday during which he personally received few guests who paid him…
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Cartels, cabals working against success of power sector – Minister
The new Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has alerted that there are cartels and cabals working against the success of the power sector in the country.
Chief Adelabu raised the alarm in Ibadan weekend while speaking at a reception party organised in his honour by the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes at Oke-Aremo, new palace of Olubadan.
The minister stated that there is overbearing…
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