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Tinubu departs Abuja for Olubadan’s coronation

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September 26, 2025

Muhyideen Jimoh

President Bola Tinubu on Friday departed Abuja for Ibadan, Oyo State, to attend the coronation of the new Olubadan, Sen Rashidi Ladoja.‎

Our correspondent reports that the presidential jet took off from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at about 2:45 p.m.
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‎In Ibadan, President Tinubu will join other dignitaries for the official installation ceremony at the historic Mapo Hall.
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‎Ladoja, a former Oyo state governor and senator, was selected as the 44th Olubadan, following the passing of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin on July 7.
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‎Excitement is already sweeping across Ibadan as the city witnesses Ladoja’s ascension to the revered throne.
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‎Ladoja, 81, is a respected businessman and political figure who rose through the traditional Olubadan chieftaincy ranks to become Olubadan.

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