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Ladoja’s 32-year journey to the OlubadLadoja’s 32-Year Journey to Olubadan Throne

After over three decades of steady advancement through Ibadan’s unique traditional hierarchy, former Oyo State governor, Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, is finally set to ascend the revered Olubadan throne.

Ladoja’s royal journey began in 1993 when he was installed as the Osi Olubadan of Ibadanland, a position that marked his official entry into the city’s traditional succession line. Over the years, he rose through the ranks, navigating both cultural expectations and political storms that often tested his resilience.

A respected political figure, Ladoja once governed Oyo State (2003–2007), where his leadership was marked by both achievements and controversies, including his impeachment saga that later became a defining point in his career. Despite his political engagements, he remained deeply connected to Ibadanland’s traditional council, carefully balancing both paths.

His progress to the Olubadan stool was delayed by disputes over reforms introduced into the succession system, which he fiercely opposed, insisting on the preservation of Ibadan’s age-long tradition. That battle, which reached the courts, reaffirmed his image as a defender of cultural heritage.

Now, after 32 years of patience, persistence, and resilience, Ladoja stands at the threshold of becoming the next Olubadan of Ibadanland, a throne steeped in history and honor. His imminent coronation is expected to unite the city, attract dignitaries nationwide, and mark the beginning of a new era in Ibadan’s traditional leadership.