Ex Oyo gov, Ladoja set to be crowned following demise of 43 Olubadan Oba Olakulehin

As Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanlandjoined his ancestors, former Oyo State governor, Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, who is next in line is set to ascend the ancient throne.

Oba Olakulehin died on Monday at the age of 90, two days after marking his birthday and one year on the throne. He received his staff of office from Governor Seyi Makinde on July 12, 2024, after succeeding Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, who joined his ancestors in 2024, two years after he ascended the throne.

With his passing, the well-established rotational succession system of the Ibadan traditional institution now positions Ladoja, Otun Olubadan, as the most senior high chief and next in line to be crowned.

Ladoja, a prominent political figure and respected statesman, was governor from 2003 to 2007.