Olubadan: Tinubu arrives Ibadan for Ladoja’s coronation

President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, to attend the coronation of Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.

Tinubu has joined other dignitaries, chiefs, and well-wishers already seated at the venue, Mapo Hall, as celebrations continue in commemoration of this remarkable day.

Speaking at the event, Tinubu assured Nigerians that moment of growth and prosperity is around the corner.

The president, who commended Nigerians for their perseverance, said the pains and sufferings of Nigerians were not unnoticed.

He said the nation’s economy has improved, adding that there is a bright light at the end of the tunnel.

He congratulated Oba Ladoja for ascending the throne of Olubadan.

Tinubu said: “I start to recall the moment in the Senate and the struggle that we had together, you as the governor, the issue of impeachment, your comeback story, your perseverance, your resilience, your determination, your reliability is impeccable.

“It’s a big present, a great honour for me to be here as the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to witness your coronation, to witness history, all the things that you’ve started,the deliberations, the expectations, and history that we share together.

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“It’s my prayer that you will live long and be celebrated as one of the real gems of history to ascend the throne of your forefathers.”

Governor Seyi Makinde, in his address, shortly after he presented the Staff of Office to Oba Ladoja, said the installation of the former governor had proved that the traditional succession process to the throne of Olubadan was now sacrosanct.

Makinde congratulated Oba Ladoja and urged him to use the position for the promotion of Ibadan culture and values.

He also appreciated Tinubu for attending the event.

In his acceptance speech, Oba Ladoja pledged to serve the people of Ibadanland and Yoruba race in general.

He promised to ensure that unemployed youths of Ibadan secure jobs, and tasked chiefs and Mogajis (family heads) to brace up to bring development to Ibadanland.

He equally thanked Tinubu for his presence at his coronation.

The Star