Olubadan coronation 2025 confirmed as Rashidi Ladoja will be crowned 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on Sept 26 at Mapo Hall, after governor’s approval

Olubadan coronation 2025 has been officially scheduled for Friday, September 26, when Oba Rashidi Ladoja will be crowned as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, following formal approval by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde.

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Sources confirmed to PUNCH Online on Wednesday that preparations are underway for the grand ceremony, which will take place at Mapo Hall, the historic venue traditionally used for such royal events in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

A state delegation reportedly met with Ladoja and the Olubadan-In-Council at his private residence in Bodija on Wednesday, solidifying the next steps toward his official enthronement.

“Oba Ladoja will be enthroned as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on Friday, September 26, 2025,” said Adeola Oloko, media aide to the monarch designate.

The confirmation follows a private meeting between Ladoja and the kingmakers earlier this week, clearing the path for his ascension to one of the most revered traditional thrones in Yorubaland.

The coronation of Oba Ladoja marks not only a continuation of a respected lineage but also a powerful symbol of cultural pride and leadership for Ibadan people worldwide.

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This event is expected to attract dignitaries, traditional rulers, and political leaders from across Nigeria and beyond, as the city prepares for a historic royal transition.