Ahead of the 2022 annual Egungun festival in Ibadanland, the adherents of the festival have been called upon to ensure that the festival is held without the usual attendant thuggery and hooliganism. Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun made the call while playing host to the heads of Continue Reading
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It was an occasion of who is who at the Methodist Church Nigeria, Cathedral of Light, Agodi as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olalekan Balogun, led Ibadan high chiefs on a coronation thanksgiving. Radio Nigeria correspondent, who was at the thanksgiving service reports that the Prelate Emeritus, Methodist Church Nigeria, His Eminence, Dr Sunday […]Continue Reading
The people of Edemosi in Ila Local Government Area of Osun State has given the traditional ruler, Oba Samuel Olaniyan seven days ultimatum to relocate to the palace. The ultimatum is contained in a petition letter jointly signed by the community youth leader, Mr Sunday Awosina, General Secretary, Mr Dapo Awosina, and Community Women leader, […]Continue Reading
The newly elevated Chiefs in the Ibadan Traditional system have been told to work in unity for the growth, progress and development of the Ibadanland. Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, said this while performing the elevation exercise for seven Chiefs that got promoted in the Balogun line of the Ibadan Traditional system. The monarch, […]Continue Reading
The Laoye ruling house in Ogbomoso has called on the public to disregard the news making the rounds on social media that the family has selected the person to fill the vacant stool of Soun of Ogbomoso. The family stated this today while addressing the media in Ogbomoso. Chairman Screening Committee for the family, Alhaji […]Continue Reading
Pastor Ghandi Olaoye, the Lead Pastor at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Jesus House DC, Washington, USA has relinquished his position in view of his imminent emergence as the next Soun of Ogbomosho, a first-class traditional ruler in Oyo State. “He confirmed it yesterday, and he has relinquished his position as the lead pastor”, […]Continue Reading
Olubadan of Ibadan land, His Imperial Majesty Oba Lekan Balogun has charged nine newly promoted Chiefs to uphold the traditional values of Ibadan and the dignity of their office. Oba Balogun gave the Charge during the Installation and promotion of some chiefs at his Aliiwo Palace in Ibadan. The Olubadan urged the new chiefs to […]Continue Reading
Osun State Government has commiserated with the people of Modakeke community and the entire Council of Traditional Rulers in Osun State over the passing of the Ogunsua of Modakeke, Oba Moses Oladejo Oyediran, Ajombadi III. Oba Oyediran of Ajombadi Compound in Modakeke, who was crowned in December 2018 following the demise of his predecessor, Oba […]Continue Reading
Osun state government has expressed readiness to set up a tripartite committee to review the existing Chiefs Law of the State. Governor Adegboyega Oyetola stated this at the government house, Osogbo while receiving a proposed letter aimed at effecting the review of the State Chiefs Law written by members of the State Traditional Council of Obas. The […]Continue Reading
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has said that his administration has been able to put Ibadan’s traditional system back on track. He stated this while speaking at the Church Service marking the beginning of the 2022 Ibadan Cultural Festival Week’ held at the St. Peters Anglican Church, Aremo, Ibadan. The governor said that if […]Continue Reading
The Olota of Ota kingdom in Ogun State, Oba Adeyemi Abdulkabir Obalanlege has announced restriction of human and vehicular movement in Ota and it’s environs on Tuesday 15, March, 2022, from 10pm till 5 am. The restriction, according to a notice issued by the palace, and signed by Prince Adeyemi Olusesi, is to allow for […]Continue Reading
National Council of Muslim Youths organization in Nigeria, NACOMYO, has felicitated Oba Lekan Balogun over his installation as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland. This is contained in a statement in Ibadan by Coordinator, NACOMYO, Oyo State Chapter, Alhaji Dawood Afolabi. NACOMYO thanked the Almighty Allah for counting Oba Lekan Balogun worthy of becoming the new […]Continue Reading
Governor Seyi Makinde Oyo State has presented the staff of office to Oba Olalekan Balogun as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland. At a well-attended event held at Mapo Hall, the monarch, dressed in ofi alaari, wore a white beaded crown The Olubadan who was full of smiles said he appreciated the Almighty God for sparing […]Continue Reading
Scenes at the coronation of the Olubadan of Ibadanland; Rotimi Famakin/Morenike Tony-EsanContinue Reading
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 […]Continue Reading
The preparation ahead of the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadan is currently receiving boost as corporate organizations in Ibadan are providing support to ensure hitch -free coronation.Radio Nigeria correspondent who visited old Ife road resident of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Dr Moshood Olalekan Balogun medical outreach organized by a Lagos based health […]Continue Reading
The Babaloja general of Oyo State , Alhaji Asiwaju Yekini Abass Oladapo, Babaloja-General of Oyo State after arising from a meeting on Wednesday stated that all markets in Ibadan metropolis will be closed on Friday 11th March, 2022 in honour of the Coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun Ali – Okunmade […]Continue Reading
All is set for the coronation of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Mohood Olalekan Ishola Balogun (Alli Okunmade 11), billed for Mapo Hall, Ibadan on Friday, 11th March 2022. The Chairman of the Olubadan Coronation Committee, who is also the Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Mrs Olubamiwo Adeosun, made this […]Continue Reading
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo Tuesday Morning paid homage to the new Olubadan, Oba Lekan Balogun. Chief Obasanjo was welcomed into Alarere residence of the new Olubadan with pomp and ceremony courtesy of Olubadan traditional singers and drummers. The former President during the short visit had a lively discussion with Oba Lekan Balogun where both had a […]Continue Reading
Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has paid a visit to the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun. The governor on arrival at the Alarere residence of the new Olubadan had a short closed-door meeting with him. Our correspondent reports that the governor was welcomed with praise singing by Olubadan traditional singers and drummers. Ridwan FasasiContinue Reading
The Alake and Paramount ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo has advocated the need for values reorientation among youths in an effort to check the growing rate of killings for money rituals in the society. Oba Gbadebo made the call while speaking with journalists ahead of the 35th Lisabi Festival held at Ake Palace Auditorium, […]Continue Reading
The new Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Lekan Balogun wiil be installed next month,11th March,2022. This is contained in a letter signed by the Permanent Secretary, Oyo State Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Secretariat,Ibadan,Mr B.A Olarenwaju and made available to our correspondent. The letter indicates that, Governor Seyi Makinde has approved the Continue Reading
Oyo State government has fixed the coronation of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun for Friday, March 11 . The exercise is expected to hold at the ancient Mapo Hall. This is contained in a letter to the new Olubadan and signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, […]Continue Reading
Mother language is an important part of culture that helps to identify a people. It is also an indigenous form of communication among people of same tribe. Local languages are often the first channel of communication between children and their parents. The importance of local languages cannot be over-emphasised, hence they have become subjects to be taught […]Continue Reading
The new Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Lekan Balogun has assured the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes, CCII that the confidence reposed on him will not be abused . He also pledged his support to members of the socio-cultural group that he would not let them down. He stated this while receiving the executive council of […]Continue Reading