Tinubu, Dapo Abiodun, Ooni, Sa’ad Abubakar, Others Attend Oba Olakulehin’s Coronation, As Makinde Presents Staff, Instrument Of Office To 43rd Olubadan
•By Oyeniyi Awojoodu, Ibadan
IBADAN – Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has again made history by presenting instruments of office to the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, Ige Olakulehin.
The event held at the historic Mapo Hall, Oja’ba Ibadan had dignitaries across all spheres of life in attendance.
In his remarks at the event, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu who was ably represented by the Honourable Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu expressed gratitude to Governor Seyi Makinde for sticking to the laid down traditional rules in approving the appointment and installation of His Royal Majesty, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin.
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In his words, Tinubu said, “It gives me immense pleasure to be part of this historic occasion, the coronation and presentation of Staff of Office to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Owolabi Akinloye Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of this ancient city of Ibadan.”
“I would like to extend my warm congratulations to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Olakulehin on his ascension to the throne of his ancestors.
“Oba Olakulehin’s journey to the throne is a truly remarkable story. He became the Mogaji of the family in 1983 during the reign of Olubadan Asanike and began his journey to this revered throne of Olubadan as the Jagun Balogun in 1986. It took him 38 years and many steps before fate thrust him to the zenith of the ladder.”
“This ceremony heralds another epoch in the history of this highly regarded traditional institution in Yorubaland, indeed in Nigeria and beyond.What we are celebrating today is not just the ascension of Kabiyesi Olakulehin but the enduring tradition and resilience of the Ibadan monarchy.”
The nation remains grateful for this abiding legacy of the Olubadan dynasty. which has been a beacon of stability with its unique succession route to the throne, a tradition established since 1851. The whole country can learn from this rancour-free Ibadan kingship model.
“We must recognize the immense responsibility that comes with this sacred office, and we pray that God will grant Your Majesty wisdom, guidance, and strength to lead the Ibadan people.”
“As the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I am proud to be part of this celebration, I am confident that Your Majesty will continue to uphold the tradition and values that have made Ibadan a symbol of resilience and progress. As we look to the future, we acknowledge that there are challenges ahead. But I am convinced that with Your Majesty’s leadership and the cooperation of all chiefs, sons and daughters of Ibadan and the residents, we can overcome these challenges and together build a brighter future for our city and our nation.”
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“Therefore, I take this opportunity to pray for Your Majesty’s long tenure on the throne. May God grant you wisdom to make decisions that benefit all the people of Ibadan City and Nigeria as a whole. May you enjoy good health and strength to discharge your duties with dignity and integrity.”
“I also take this moment to remind us that our collective prosperity is tied to our ability to work together in harmony. As we celebrate this coronation, let us not forget the importance of unity, tolerance, and mutual respect. Let us continue to strive for peace and understanding among ourselves so that our great city may continue to blossom.” Tinubu said.
In his address, Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, said the coronation is a testament of resilience of the people of Ibadanland, wishing him a successful reign.
He said: “I, Engr Seyi Makinde, the Executive Governor of Oyo State, in exercise of the powers conferred upon me by Sections 1 and 2 subsection 20 of the Oyo State Chiefs Law, Cap 28, Volume 1 Laws of Oyo State, Nigeria, hereby present the staff of office, ratifying the appointment of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland.”
“This has again demonstrated that Ibadanland and the people of Ibadan can be resilient. Those who have been focusing on the things that divide us have now been put to shame.”
“I want to greet the Kabiyesi and pray that God will grant you long life to reign for a long time on the throne.”
In his acceptance speech of the newly crowned Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Dr. Owolabi Olakulehin appreciated the President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Oba Babatunde Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ibadan indigenes, other southwest governors including Ondo, Osun,Ogun and Lagos for their huge support which has undoubtedly formalized his installation.
The newly crowned monarch prayed for progress and development of Ibadanland under his reign.
The state commissioner for Local Government And Chieftaincy Matters, Ademola Ojo while appreciating every citizen of the state, described them instrumental to the success of the coronation ceremony.
While speaking on behalf of the Southern Governors at the event, Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun said the ceremony marked essence of monarchial tradition stability of the southern region for years.
Earlier in her welcome address, Secretary to the Oyo state government, Professor Olanike Adeyemo appreciated the present led administration in the country, especially in Oyo state for continuously building good legacies and institution, wishing the new monarch a successful reign.
Other dignitaries at the event include the Honorable Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the event, Oyo State Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Bayo Lawal, Ondo State Governor, ably represented by his deputy Mrs Olaide Adelami, Osun state Governor represented by his deputy, Prince Kola Adewusi, Lagos State, Mr Tayo Ayinde represented the Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu, The Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Babatunde Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Sheikh Sa’ad Abubakar III, Aseyin of Iseyin,Oba Sefiu Olawale Oyebola, PDP Deputy National Chiarman (South), Ambassador Taofik Arapaja, Oyo State former Deputy Governor, Barrister Hazeem Gbolarunmi, Professor Soji Adejumo, Elder Wole Oyelese, Dr Saka Balogun, Chief Bolaji Ayorinde, Chief Mrs Onikepo Akande, Chief Niyi Akintola SAN, Chief Olusola Ayandele.
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Others are Oyo State Commissioner of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Chief Ademola Ojo, Chief Mrs Mutiat Ladoja, Senator Olufemi Lanlehin, Hon Dhikrulahi Olajide, Hon Abass Adigun, the Babaloja General of Oyo State Alhaji Yekini Abass, Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland, Edo, Kwara and Delta, Alhaji Dawud Makanjuola, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, Chief Adebayo Oyero, Secretary to the state government, Professor Olanike Adeyemo, among others.