Crisis Brews In lbadan Over Moves To Stop Rasidi Ladoja From Becoming Olubadan Deepens [DOCUMENTS]

Fresh crisis is unfolding in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, as controversy surrounds the succession to the revered position of Olubadan.

The recent passing of the 42nd Olubadan, Oba Mahood Olalekan Balogun, has reignited tensions over who will assume the role next.

At the center of the dispute is High Chief Rasidi Ladoja, the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland and former governor of Oyo State, who is next in line according to traditional succession norms.

However, a newly revised chieftaincy declaration by the Oyo State Government, led by Governor Seyi Makinde, has introduced a significant alteration. …CONTINUE READING

The updated law now mandates that candidates for the Olubadan position must be the “most Senior Beaded Crown Oba” in their lineage, a title which Ladoja has declined to adopt.

This development has sparked outcry among residents and prominent figures in Ibadan, with concerns that the amendment is designed to exclude Ladoja from ascending to the revered position.

Critics argue that Ladoja’s refusal to wear the beaded crown should not disqualify him from his rightful claim as the most senior High Chief in line for succession.

The brewing crisis has prompted speculation of potential legal challenges from Ladoja and widespread rejection of the revised chieftaincy law by Ibadan natives.

An indigene of Ibadan, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, noted that Ladoja may likely go to court to challenge the new law.

“Have you seen the new law? This new development is an invitation to crisis. Ladoja is the target and you can see it. It is not fair. The former governor may likely go to court to challenge the new law.”

Another indigene, who also asked not to be named, noted that the people of Ibadan will reject the new law.

“How can they say Ladoja will not become Olubadan? Ladoja is the most senior High Chief. He is the last man standing. He rejected the beaded crown because it is an aberration. It is an aberration. The people of Ibadan will reject the new law. Someone who has been on the line over 30 years ago. It is another crisis yet to start.”