MAKINDE PRESENTS STAFF OF OFFICE TO LADOJA AS 44TH OLUBADAN OF IBADANLAND
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By Sunmisola Shodayo
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has officially bestowed the staff and certificate of office upon Oba Rasidi Ladoja, formally recognizing him as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.
The presentation occurred precisely at 3:05 p.m. on Friday during a vibrant and historic coronation ceremony held at Mapo Hall, Ibadan.
The coronation at Mapo Hall was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including President Bola Tinubu, further underscoring the cultural and political significance of the occasion.
Makinde’s formal bestowal of the staff and certificate of office represents the final step in legitimizing Ladoja’s rise to the throne, symbolizing both tradition and continuity within Ibadan’s monarchy.
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This coronation is particularly noteworthy as it integrates a former state governor into a revered royal position, combining political acumen with traditional leadership at a time when community influence and governance are increasingly interconnected.
While addressing the gathering, Makinde stated, “This is a momentous occasion in the presence of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in the presence of people, and in the presence of God.
“In exercise of the power conferred on me as the Governor, I hereby present the staff of office to Oba, His Imperial Majesty, Senator, Governor, Engineer, my Baba, His Imperial Majesty, Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, Arusa 1st.”
“This is in confirmation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. I am so present.”
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