Olubadan Of Ibadan

Olubadan’s Coronation Set for September 26

Sep 1, 2025. by Isaac Adegboye

The 44th Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja.

Ibadan Prepares for Olubadan’s Coronation Committee Approves Program of Events for New Olubadan Ladoja’s Enthronement to Feature Week-long Celebrations A newly formed committee has finalized a week-long program for the coronation of the 44th Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. The inaugural committee meeting, held today, was chaired by Chief Bayo Oyero and attended … Read more

Ladoja Declares Intent To Become Beaded Crown Monarch Of Ibadan

Aug 4, 2024. by Praise Ben

High Chief Rashidi Ladoja, the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, affirmed his intention to become the Olubadan and expressed gratitude for God’s mercy, stating he will accept the beaded crown when the time comes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that High Chief Rashidi Ladoja, the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, has affirmed his intention to become the Olubadan of … Read more

‘I Will Work With You’ – Tinubu Congratulates New Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin

Jul 12, 2024. by Praise Ben

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Oba Owolabi Olakulehin on his coronation as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadan, which took place on July 12, 2024. In a State House press release on Friday, signed by his special adviser on media and publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, the President wished the new monarch a … Read more

Oba Owolabi Olakulehin: All You Need To Know About The Next Olubadan Of Ibadan

Mar 15, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

On Thursday night, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, announced the demise of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, he disclosed that the 42nd Olubadan passed away at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Oyo. Makinde described him as a towering figure akin to an … Read more

Olubadan Of Ibadan, Oba Lekan Balogun Joins Ancestors

Mar 16, 2024.Mar 15, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, has died. He was 81. Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde’s Chief Press Secretary, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, disclosed the monarch’s demise in a statement late Thursday night. Oba Balogun spent two years on the throne of his forefathers after Makinde presented the … Read more

UI, UNILAG Make List Of Top 10 Universities In Africa (Full List)

Feb 12, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s premier University, University of Ibadan (UI) and the University of Lagos (UNILAG), have been ranked as one of the top ten universities in Africa. The two Nigerian universities emerged in the top ten list of universities in Africa according to the latest ranking of world universities released by the … Read more

JUST IN: Sunday Igboho Attacks Olubadan, See Why [VIDEO]

Jun 19, 2022. by Otunba T.J Abass

Sunday Igboho Attacks Olubadan, See Why. Igboho is displeased with the honour bestowed on Governor Ganduje, saying it is “totally wrong”. EDITOR’S PICK BREAKING: Terrorists Attack Another Church, Kill 3 Worshippers, Abduct Many [JUST IN] Owo Massacre: Atiku Donates N10m To Victims As Mass Burial Begins [PHOTOS] Gunmen Kidnap Catholic Priest In Kogi EKO HOT … Read more

JUST IN: Only PDP Senator In Oyo, Kola Balogun Officially Joins APC

May 10, 2022. by Otunba T.J Abass

Only PDP Senator In Oyo, Kola Balogun Officially Joins APC Kola Balogun, who is the younger brother of Oba Lekan Balogun, Olubadan of Ibadan land was the only senator elected to the Upper Legislative on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party in Oyo State in 2019. EDITOR’S PICK 2023: 5 Things I Will Do … Read more

JUST IN: Osinbajo Visits Olubadan [PHOTOS]

Apr 22, 2022. by Otunba T.J Abass

Osinbajo Visits Olubadan. This is coming shortly after the vice president declared his intention to run for president on the platform of the APC two weeks ago. EDITOR’S PICK [BREAKING] 2023: Goodluck Jonathan Opens Up On ‘Contesting’ For President [BREAKING] 2023: Protesters Storm Jonathan’s Office In Abuja, Ask Him To Join Presidential Race BREAKING: INEC … Read more

[BREAKING] Olubadan: Coast Clear As Court Delivers Judgement On Lekan Balogun

Feb 1, 2022. by Ekohot Editor

Coast clear as court delivered judgement on Lekan Balogun. EKO HOT BLOG reports that an Oyo State High Court has dismissed the suit challenging the consent judgment that nullified the promotion of Ibadan High Chiefs as Obas under the late Senator Abiola Ajimobi led government in the state. The judgement cleared the coast for the … Read more

BREAKING: Kingmakers Announce New Olubadan

Jan 5, 2022. by Ekohot Editor

Kingmakers announce new Olubadan EKO HOT BLOG reports that Members of the Olubadan-in-Council have endorsed the nomination of Dr Lekan Balogun as the next Olubadan of Ibadanland. The development was disclosed by Osi Balogun of Ibadanland, High Chief Tajudeen Ajibola during a briefing on Wednesday in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. Ajibola informed newsmen that … Read more

Revealed: See How Next Olubadan Of Ibadan Will Emerge

Jan 2, 2022. by Ekohot Editor

The following are ways on how next Olubadan of Ibadan will emerge.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that unlike the practice in most Yoruba towns, Ibadan kingmakers do not need to consult an oracle before picking the next Olubadan after the incumbent joined his ancestors.

The Olubadan throne is open to all Ibadan indigenes able to climb the chieftaincy ladder.

The Olubadan-in-Council, which is the group of kingmakers, comprise the monarch and the high chiefs.

As checks by The Nation show, ascension is rotated between two lines — Olubadan, Egbe Agba (civil) and Balogun (military).

APC Chieftain Alao Mourns Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Saliu Adetunji

Jan 2, 2022. by Ekohot Editor

Olubadan left us when we needed his experience, wisdom – APC chieftain, Alao EKO HOT BLOG reports that Engineer Oyedele Hakeem Alao, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, has declared that the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji, joined his ancestors when his wealth of experience and wisdom was … Read more

BREAKING: Olubadan Of Ibadan Is Dead

Jan 2, 2022.Jan 2, 2022. by Ekohot Editor

The Olubadan of Ibadan is dead. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, is dead. He died at aged 93. Reports said he died at the University College Hospital (UCH) in the early hours of Sunday during an illness. Read Also: FG’s ₦52.5bn Fund Not Enough To Avert Strike – ASUU … Read more

Yoruba Nation Agitators Give FG 7-Day Ultimatum To Release Arrested Igboho Aides

Jul 8, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

The family members of loyalists and supporters of Igboho have now issued a 7-day ultimatum to the federal government and the DSS to immediately release the arrested persons. Scores of Yoruba nation agitators, on Wednesday, issued a 7-day ultimatum to the federal government to release those arrested at the residence of Sunday Igboho, the Yoruba … Read more

PHOTOS: Olubadan Of Ibadan Welcomes Emir Sanusi Lamido At His Palace In Ibadan

Apr 3, 2021. by Otunba T.J Abass

With a projected population of 7,840,864 in 2016, Oyo State is the fifth most populous in the country. The popular Nigerian monarch, currently sits as the 41st Olubadan of Ibadan following his coronation on March 4, 2016. The Olubadan of Ibadan, Saliu Adetunji is a traditional high-ranking ruler at Oyo State who is a friend of the former … Read more

The following are ways on how next Olubadan of Ibadan will emerge.