In a significant development, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Akanmu Ladoja ARUSA 1, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Oyo State Council of Obas.
The announcement was made by Governor Seyi Makinde at a brief ceremony held at the House of Chiefs, Agodi, Ibadan.
The event, which was attended by various traditional rulers and dignitaries, marked a new chapter in the history of the Oyo State Council of Obas.
According to Governor Makinde, the chairmanship of the council will be rotational among the trio of Olubadan, Alaafin of Oyo, and Soun of Ogbomoso-land, with each leader serving a term of two years.
This decision, the Governor emphasized, is aimed at promoting unity and cooperation among the traditional institutions in the state. The rotational system, he noted, will provide an opportunity for each of the prominent traditional rulers to contribute to the development of the state.
Meanwhile, the absence of the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, at the event has raised eyebrows.
The appointment of Olubadan Ladoja as the new Chairman of the Oyo State Council of Obas has been welcomed by many as a positive step towards strengthening the traditional institutions in the state.
As a seasoned leader and a respected traditional ruler, Olubadan Ladoja is expected to bring his vast experience and expertise to the table to drive development in the state.
Further details are expected to emerge as the state government releases more information on the appointment.
The development is being closely watched by stakeholders, who are eager to see how the new leadership will shape the future of the state.
Dignitaries in attendance include the Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Adebayo Lawal; the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Honorable Segun Ogunwuyi; and the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Musibau Babatunde.
Also present were prominent traditional rulers across the state, including the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Rashidi Ladoja; the Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Ghandi Olaoye; the Okere of Saki; the Olugbon of Ile-Igbon; the Eleruwa of Eruwa, Oba Adebayo Akande; and the Ekerin Olubadan of Ibadan, among others.
