All is now set at the ancient Mapo Hall in Ibadan, the venue of the coronation of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Dr Moshood Olalekan Balogun.
Vice president Yemi Osinbajo, Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar are among other eminent Nigerians present at the ceremony.
Monarchs, including the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, traditional rulers within and outside Ibadan were already seated as well as other notable politicians.
Radio Nigeria team of correspondents covering the event reports that the royal seat of the new Olubadan of Ibadan and that of Iyalode and other seats on the podium are in gold.
Local hunters and men of Oyo State Security Network, otherwise called Amotekun were sighted displaying their skills through periodic gunshots.
Radio Nigeria however reports that apart from the stampede that occurred in one of the main gates, Alhaji Lamidi Mukaila popularly known as Auxilliary and his men in red caps stormed the venue of the programme with a peaceful walk.
Our correspondents also report that there were conflicts among some thugs leading to severe injuries sustained in the process.
The Oyo state governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde and the new Olubadan are being expected.
Apart from the media men, representatives of trade unions, religious leaders, some political office holders, men of the Nigeria police were on ground to ensure orderliness
Radio Nigeria reports that, despite the presence of heavily armed security personnel, the crowd situation remained uncontrollable as people struggle to enter the main bowl of the venue.
Security agents have been overwhelmed by the massive turnout.
As at the time of filling in this report, the coronation is yet to commence.
Rotimi Famakin /Morenike Esan
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