By Dayo Adu The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun has reinstated the suspended Mogaji of Akinsola, Chief Olawale Oladoja over land dispute in Akinsola village, Akinyele Local Government of Oyo State after a two week ban. Chief Oladoja was pardoned by the monarch after a brief meeting Continue Reading
By Oluwakayode Banjo Sen. Sharafadeen Alli(APC-Oyo South) has congratulated the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olalekan Balogun on the occasion of his first anniversary on the throne of his forefathers. The lawmaker in a statement signed by his Media Aide, Mr Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Friday, described the royal father as a […]Continue Reading
Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Sen. Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II has congratulated the Muslims across the country on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration with a charge to them to deeply reflect on the historical and religious background of the annual celebration. Oba Balogun, in a statement signed on his behalf by his Media […]Continue Reading
It was a mix of glamour and grandeur as political associates including members of the national assembly, Kano state council of Emirs led by its chairman, the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado-Bayero, Igbo and Yoruba communities in Kano and top government functionaries converged on the ancient Mapo Hall, Ibadan, to celebrate the conferment of […]Continue Reading
The age-long and laudable objective of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) was said to be under serious threat as a result of the seemingly intractable problem of insecurity pervading the land. This view was expressed on Friday by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade ll while hosting the management team of […]Continue Reading
The purported dethronement of Onido of Ido, Chief Muritala Babalola by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Sen. Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II has been described as a wicked rumour that has no iota of truth. This was disclosed by the Ibadan paramount ruler in his Alarere residence on Monday while reacting to the rumour of […]Continue Reading
Irrespective of whatever might have been the founding philosophy of the various Yoruba groups working for Yoruba interests, they have been called upon to forge a common front through which the common, collective and desired goal of the Yoruba race could be achieved. This call was made by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Sen. Lekan […]Continue Reading
Media professionals in Oyo State have been enjoined to contribute towards the development of the state through the reportage of balanced and accurate information. The 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olalekan Balogun gave the advice while receiving the management team of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station, who were on a […]Continue Reading
A newly formed body of former labour leaders under the auspices of Oyo State Labour Veterans Association on Tuesday charged the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Sen. Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II to maintain his activism of old that made him a friend of the downtrodden on the new throne. The association made this charge through […]Continue Reading
Olúbàdàn tilẹ̀ ìbàdàn ọba Lekan Balogun ti sìkìlọ̀ fáwọn atọ́kùn ègùngùn, àtàwọn tó fẹ́ báwọn kọwọ ọdún pé kí wọ́n yàgò fún jàgídíjàgan lásìkò ayẹyẹ ọdún ilẹ̀ ìbàdàn tí yóò bẹ̀rẹ̀ lósù tó n bọ̀. Ọba Balogun sàlàyé ọ̀rọ̀ yí lásìkò àbẹ̀wò alágbáà tíì se olórí àwọn egùngùn nílé olúbàdàn tó wà ní alárere. Ọba […]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
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
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
In preparation for the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Chief Olalekan Balogun has been gifted two different vehicles from the state Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde. Below are the pictures to the presentation of the gifts, including captions:Continue Reading
Ibadan Festival holding mid-March and Ramadan Fast commencing in April will be given serious consideration in choosing the date for the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun. Otun Balogun of Ibadanland, High Chief Tajudeen Ajibola stated this while briefing journalists after the maiden meeting of the Council held at the Alarere residence […]Continue Reading
The last may not have been heard about the controversy over the installation of a new supreme royal authority for Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo state. The latest unraveling on the transition process also indicate that there may be no announcement of a new occupant of the Olubadan stool anytime soon. It was gathered […]Continue Reading
The Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Saliu Adetunji, this morning joins his ancestor at the age of 93.He died at the University college hospital, UCH and at 1a.m.our correspondent who is currently at his place reports that sympathisers, wives and relations of the monarch were lamenting his passage.In an interview, the personal assistant to the Monarch […]Continue Reading
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Sunday, expressed shock at the passing of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji, Aje Ogungunniso 1, describing him as an exemplar in royalty.Makinde stated that the demise of the royal icon, who he described as a great leader of his people and an exemplary […]Continue Reading
Popular Music Mogul and Paramount Ruler of Ibadan Land, Olubadan Ọba Saliu Adetunji joins his ancestors… Born in Ibadan , Western Nigeria in 1928, he was the first of 17 children. Popularly known as Baba Alaje . He set up one of the foremost record labels in Nigeria OMO AJE RECORDS which he founded in […]Continue Reading
Exactly twenty-two days after the death of the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Jimoh Oyewumi, the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Saliu Adetunji, has joined his ancestors. He died at 93. According to source, the Olubadan joined his ancestors early on Sunday morning, January 2, 2022 at the age of 93 at the University College Hospital, Ibadan, […]Continue Reading
Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji, has removed Chief Saheed Alatise, Baale Lagelu Aboke in Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State.A statement by Mr. Adeola Oloko, personal Assistant/Director of Media and Publicity to Olubadan, said Chief Alatise’s removal as Baale Lagelu Aboke takes immediate effect. Chief Alatise who has been embroiled in one […]Continue Reading
The monarch also congratulated the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Soliu Adetunji, on the celebration of his 93rd birthday anniversary, describing the king as harbinger of modern development. In a statement signed by the Aseyin after the meeting with the traditional council and the Oro priests on Thursday at his palace, the festival, which comprised of […]Continue Reading
The body of the late Sarkin Hausawa of Ibadan land, Alhaji Ahmed Zungeru has been committed to mother Earth at his palace,Sabo.Dignatories from all walks of life were at the late Sarkin Hausawa’s palace to pay their last respect.In his reaction, representative of Olubadan of Ibadan land,Oba Saliu Adetunji at the event, Alhaji Nureni Akanbi, […]Continue Reading
The need for tax payers and tax administrator to live up to their responsibilities informed the basis of a book presentation and its live performance in Ibadan. The drama which was performed by over thirty rural men and women was organized by tigolf travels and tours. Speaking on the rationale behind the drama, the writer, […]Continue Reading