Olubadan Nominates Three Mogajis to Fill Vacant Traditional Positions
The Olubadan of Ibadanland has nominated three Mogajis, including Wole Arisekola, to fill vacant positions within the traditional hierarchy.
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The Olubadan of Ibadanland has nominated three Mogajis, including Wole Arisekola, to fill vacant positions within the traditional hierarchy.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland has commended President Tinubu’s administration for achieving a turning point in tackling kidnapping in Nigeria without resorting to ransom payments.
The Olubadan Advisory Council has approved the burial arrangements for the late Osi Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Olubunmi Isioye-Dada.

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rashidi Ladoja, issued a stern warning to masquerades and their followers against engaging in violence during the Egungun Festival, emphasizing that public peace must be maintained.

Oba Rashidi Ladoja, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, has reiterated that politicians in Oyo State should not rely on his name to secure victory in the 2027 elections, emphasizing that credibility, antecedents, and people-oriented programs will be the decisive factors.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland is collaborating with a California university and NGOs to enhance the Oyo healthcare delivery system through partnerships and donations.

The Olubadan of Ibadanland and the widow of former Governor Abiola Ajimobi have both denied allegations of their involvement in a plot to impeach Governor Seyi Makinde. They dismissed the claims as unfounded.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Ladoja, has announced significant reforms for the Olubadan chieftaincy line, stating that future entry will be based on credibility rather than financial influence.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland has received a committee report on land grabbing in Ibadan, proposing new bye-laws and special tribunals to address the escalating issue.

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, highlights land grabbing in Ibadan as a major threat to investment and outlines steps to curb the menace. Read More:…

The monarch Ladoja emphasized the non-negotiable importance of religious unity for national development, assuring a delegation from the Ibadan Anglican Diocese of continued peaceful religious coexistence in Ibadanland.
Oyo State Governor Makinde and Olubadan of Ibadanland have expressed their condolences on the death of Chief Lekan Alabi, a renowned journalist and cultural icon.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland has announced the commencement of the 2026 Oloolu Festival on Monday, calling for peaceful celebration and adherence to traditional customs during the four-day event.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland has established a committee tasked with integrating traditional and orthodox medicine to enhance healthcare delivery across Nigeria.
Kinsmen are urging Senator Sharafadeen Alli, the Oyo APC governorship candidate, to prioritize his new traditional role as Ekerin Balogun of Ibadanland over his political ambitions.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland has intervened to stop the planned demolition of 186 houses at Isokan Estate, Ibadan, issuing a warning to land grabbers.

The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has confirmed that the tensions between Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rashidi Ladoja, have been successfully resolved.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland has called for swift police action following the killing of a community chief in Oyo State by suspected herders, demanding justice for the perpetrators.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has put forward a proposal for the establishment of special tribunals aimed at tackling the pervasive issue of land grabbing within the ancient city.
Stakeholders are urging for urgent infrastructure reforms in Ibadanland to address deficits, unemployment, and environmental strain, warning of risks to the city's future.

The Olubadan of Ibadanland warns politicians against using religious politics for electoral gain ahead of the 2027 elections, also addressing security. Read More:…
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Chief Lekan Alabi, a veteran journalist and prominent Ibadan promoter.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland has called for peace following a deadly clash in Ojoo, Ibadan, which resulted in four fatalities. The incident has prompted calls for government response.

The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has criticized former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, warning him against inciting tension in Ibadan over comments linking the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, to politics.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has stated that voters' antecedents and popularity, not his influence, will determine the leaders in the Oyo 2027 election.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, a traditional ruler in Nigeria, is calling for the integration of traditional medicine with orthodox healthcare. This initiative aims to improve healthcare services and preserve indigenous knowledge.
Ibadan elders have publicly stated that there is no existing problem or disagreement between Governor Seyi Makinde and the Olubadan of Ibadanland. This declaration aims to quell any rumors of a potential conflict between the two figures.

The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes has criticized former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose for his comments alleging a plot to remove the Olubadan of Ibadanland, urging him not to involve Governor Makinde.

Oyo State Governor Makinde is proceeding with Senator Sharafadeen Alli’s crowning despite a boycott by other high chiefs, following the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, confirming the absence of several high chiefs from the controversial ceremony.

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has committed to supporting vigilante groups across the 11 Local Government Areas of Ibadan to address rising insecurity, kidnapping, and other criminal activities.

The Olubadan of Ibadanland distributed food gifts and cash to over 5,000 Muslims and Christians in Ibadan to mark the Ramadan and Lenten seasons. Read More:…