By Glam & Essence
Former Oyo Governor, Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, is about to become the next Olubadan of Ibadanland, following the passing of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin on Monday July 7, 2025,at the age of 90.
As the Otun Olubadan, the highest-ranking chief in the civil line, Ladoja is positioned first in line for the throne under the unique rotational system that governs the city’s traditional leadership.
In August 2024, Ladoja embraced his role as Otun Olubadan by accepting the ceremonial beaded crown, a requirement for ascending to the Olubadan title under the revised chieftaincy declaration.
The updated chieftaincy law mandated that only Beaded Crown Obas are eligible for the throne, a change some perceived as politically motivated by Governor Seyi Makinde.
The amendment sparked controversies, as Ladoja initially resisted accepting the crown, unlike his peers.
The state government, however, insisted that the amendment aligned with recommendations from the late Oba Balogun’s review committee, framing it as a necessary cultural reform.
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