The newly crowned Olubadan, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has urged President Bola Tinubu to create Ibadan State before leaving office.
Ladoja, who is the 44th Olubadan, made the appeal during his installation in Mapo Hall, Ibadan.
Speaking in Yoruba, the traditional ruler urged the president to make the state creation a reality.
Ladoja said: “My people sent me a message to Mr President. Mr President, they said the creation of Ibadan State is their priority.”
Also speaking at the event, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State said Ladoja’s coronation shows how Nigerians should cherish their traditions.
Makinde described Ladoja’s coronation as a source of pride to Ibadan people.
He said, “It is a great honour to join in celebrating the coronation and presentation of the Staff of Office to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adewolu Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.
“The joy and excitement that fill Ibadan today remind us of the importance of upholding our cherished traditions.
“It is my prayer that the reign of Oba Adewolu Ladoja will usher in lasting peace, unity, and greater progress for Ibadanland and for Oyo State as a whole.”
