By Olawale Asake Oba Owolabi Olakulehin has been appointed as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland. Olubadan-in-Council which is the Traditional Kingmakers of Ibadanland agreed to name Oba Olakulehin as the next Olubadan, being the Most Senior High Chief in the Balogun line of Olubadan chieftaincy Continue Reading
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The Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Rashidi Ladoja, has faulted the position of some Ibadan High Chiefs over the health status of the Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin. Ladoja while addressing newsmen after Eid-el-Fitri prayer at his residence on Wednesday in Ibadan, said that the comments were mere expressions of personal opinions since the chiefs […]Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo says there are no issues with the Olubadan traditional stool ascension as against the controversy trailing the revered seat of the Olubadan following the demise of Oba Lekan Balogun. He stated this while speaking with newsmen after hosting the delegation led by the Deputy Governor, Chief Bayo Lawal […]Continue Reading
By Olawale Asake To allay the fear of absence from Public appearance in recent times, the Olubadan-designate, who is the current Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin has returned to his Alalubosa residence, Ibadan, Oyo State Speaking with newsmen after their visitation to the Olubadan-designate, the Osi Balogun-Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lateef Adebimpe who led Continue Reading
By Oluwatoyin Adegoke Ogun state government has described the Awujale and Paramount ruler of Ijebuland, Dr Sikiru Kayode Adetona as an exemplary and practical leader who cherished customs and traditions. Governor Dapo Abiodun stated this while felicitating Oba Adetona on his 64th Coronation anniversary. Governor Abiodun stressed that the dedication to humanity and Continue Reading
By Funmi Ojo Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has restated his commitment to uplift Yoruba culture, thereby setting aside every Wednesday for wearing of locally made fabric, “Adire Osun” to revive the dying Yoruba culture and traditions. The Governor stated this at the Government House, Osogbo while receiving an award of Excellent Performance in Continue Reading
By Mosope Kehinde Oyo State House of Assembly has stressed the need for the Executive arm to immortalize the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olalekan Balogun The House during a special Yoruba plenary presided over by the speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin said Oba Balogun was a respected politician, scholar and custodian of culture who had […]Continue Reading
By Wale Asake Following the demise of Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun dignitaries have continued to pay condolence visits to the bereaved family at the late monarch’s residence, Alarere, Iwo Road, Ibadan, Oyo State. Some of the personalities who earlier on Wednesday visited the late Olubadan’s residence include a foremost legal luminary, Chief Niyi Continue Reading
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and one of his queens, Olori Tobi, have welcomed twins. The Ooni shared the news on his verified Instagram account, revealing that Olori Tobi gave birth to a prince and princess on Saturday. He said, “To God be the glory, great things he has done. Hearty congratulations to […]Continue Reading
By Mosope Kehinde A lying-in state has been held in honour of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olalekan Balogun at the ancient Mapo hall, Oja’ba Ibadan. Our correspondent reports that the programme which was to allow dignitaries to pay last respects to the late monarch had in attendance Ibadan chiefs, religious and market leaders […]Continue Reading
The Olubadan-in-Council, on Friday, said there was no specific date yet for the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland. A former governor of Oyo State and Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Chief Rashidi Ladoja, made this announcement shortly after a closed-door meeting with the Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, at his Alalubosa residence in Ibadan, the […]Continue Reading
By Fasilat Lawal The late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun Alli Okunmade II, will be interred according to Islamic rites today at 4 p.m. at his Aliiwo ancestral home in Ibadan, Oyo State capital. This is contained in a statement by the late Olubadan’s younger brother, Senator Kola Balogun. Senator Kola Balogun said the […]Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi, Olaolu Fawole Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has announced the passage unto glory of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli. The governor made this announcement in a statement on Thursday night, stating that Olubadan Balogun, joined his ancestors late Thursday evening at the University […]Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has expressed its readiness to involve the traditional rulers in the administrative affairs of the state. He said this during an interactive session with the traditional leaders held at the House of Chiefs, Secretariat, Ibadan. Governor Makinde represented the Deputy Governor, Bayo Lawal noted that failure of […]Continue Reading
By Oluseye Arowolo There is need for all stakeholders to work together towards enhancing the standardization of Yoruba Language to ensure its preservation, continuity and global recognition. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun stated this while inaugurating the International Conference on Yoruba Language Orthography Committee organized by The Yoruba World Centre in Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi Oyo State government has called on the newly installed monarch in Igangan, an area of the Ibarapa North Local government, Oba Rafiu Ariwoola to guard against illegal mining as its consequent result of banditry, insecurity and kidnapping. Governor Seyi Makinde made the call during the coronation of the new Asigangan of Iganganland […]Continue Reading
By Oluwatoyin Adegoke The Egba Traditional Council in Ogun State has announced the suspension of a monarch, the Olu Owode-Egba, Oba Kolawole Sowemimo for abusing the Naira at a public function. The decision was announced after the Statutory meeting of the council for February Chaired by the Alake and Paramount ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun […]Continue Reading
By Mathew Famakinde The Olola ruling house in Ejigbo local government of Osun state has described as unfounded, a purported report being circulated in some quarters of the community that the reign of the new Olola of Ola, Oba Johnson Ajiboye has brought unrest and disunity in the town. Speaking at a news conference in […]Continue Reading
By Mosope Kehinde The Oyo State Government has suspended Oba Gbolagade Muritala Babalola (Gbadewolu I) as the Onido of Ido in Ido Local Government Area of the state. The government, in a letter signed by the State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Mr. Olusegun Olayiwola, indicated that Governor ‘Seyi Makinde approved the suspension […]Continue Reading
By Folake Oye Osun State Council of Obas has expressed shock and sadness over the recent murder of two traditional rulers in Ekiti State This is contained in a statement signed on behalf of the Osun State Council of Obas by the Elerinmo of Erinmo-Ijesa, Oba Michael Ajayi after their monthly statutory meeting. The council, […]Continue Reading
Responsibilities of any virtuous woman have transcended the roles of cooking, cleaning, childcaring and other house chores being carried out at home, saying women are to partner the husbands in making progress in life. An Entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer, Kayrom Lee Gym and Fitness Centre, Ambassador Romoke Ayinde stated this while delivering a paper […]Continue Reading
By Funmi Ojo Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, says his administration will prioritize cordial relationships with traditional institutions, noting that relating with people at the grassroots is best facilitated by royal fathers. Governor Adeleke who stated this at the second strategic consultative meeting with the state’s royal fathers, unveiled an Continue Reading
By Funmi Ojo Osun State Government at the meeting of the Executive Council has approved the appointment of six new traditional rulers in the state. In a statement issued by the state Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Chief Kolapo Alimi says all the appointments are with immediate effect. While congratulating and wishing the newly […]Continue Reading
By Mathew Famakinde/Idowu Ogunbunmi Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has presented staff of office to Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye as 21st Soun of Ogbomoso. Speaking at the official presentation of the staff office to Oba Ghandi, Governor Makinde described the new Soun as a visional leader, an entrepreneur and a motivational speaker. He said that Ogbomoso Continue Reading
By Kazeem Ayodeji The late Olowe of Ise, a renowned wood sculptor will have a museum dedicated to his legacy at his home in Ise Ekiti by the Ekiti State Government. Governor Biodun Oyebanji announced this during a visit to the ancient home of the carver in Ise Ekiti, where he expressed his intention to […]Continue Reading