Ibadan was filled with celebration on Friday as dignitaries from across the country arrived for the grand coronation of Senator Rashidi Ladoja, former governor of Oyo State, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.
The historic city buzzed with cultural pride as traditional rulers, political leaders, business executives, and well-wishers converged to witness the installation of Ladoja, whose elevation marks a significant moment in the rich history of Ibadan.Streets were decorated,
cultural displays staged, and security heightened as residents turned out in large numbers to welcome visitors and honor their new monarch.
The coronation is expected to draw nationwide attention, further cementing Ibadan’s standing as a cultural and political hub in Nigeria.