In a historic ceremony held at Mapo Hall, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja was officially installed as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. During his inaugural address, he extended a warm welcome to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, acknowledging their personal bond and expressing appreciation for the President’s connection to Ibadan through his wife, Remi Tinubu. He emphasized the city’s role as a cultural anchor for the Yoruba people and celebrated its openness to all.
In a report by DAILY POST on Friday September 26 2025, Oba Ladoja highlighted Ibadan’s importance as a symbolic home for every Yoruba individual. He remarked that anyone of Yoruba descent who does not yet own a home in Ibadan is still missing a vital part of their identity. His statement was a call for unity and pride, encouraging Yoruba people to see Ibadan not just as a city, but as a shared heritage that binds them together across generations.
The newly crowned Olubadan also praised the leadership of the state governor and acknowledged the contributions of Ibadan’s sons and daughters to the region’s development. His speech reflected a deep commitment to unity, tradition, and progress, setting the tone for his reign.
His words,
“I greet the President, my good friend, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. You are welcome. If you are not from Ibadan, you met Remi in Ibadan and I am happy she is your pillar. I am happy that Ibadan is the home for all Yoruba.