Modern Palace Becomes Olubadan’s New Residence On Wednesday

Modern Palace Becomes Olubadan’s New Residence On Wednesday

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, will officially move to the new ultramodern Olubadan Palace at Oke Aremo in Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State on Wednesday, The PUNCH has learned…….. CONTINUE READING

Following his coronation on July 12, the monarch had been residing at his private home in Alalubosa Government Reserved Area. The new palace was unveiled by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde on July 10, 2024, with significant support from prominent Ibadan indigenes.

The previous palace, situated in Oja’ba, Ibadan South East Local Government Area, was last occupied by the late Olubadan Yesufu Asanike, who ruled from 1983 to 1993. Since then, successive Olubadans have operated from private residences.

Oba Olakulehin had postponed all official duties until after a thanksgiving service held on Sunday at St. Peters Cathedral, Aremo. Sources from the palace revealed that the Olubadan had decided to delay receiving visitors until his move to the new palace was completed and the thanksgiving service was held.

One source confirmed to The PUNCH, “Kabiyesi Olakulehin had indicated he would not see any visitors until he relocated to the new palace and completed the thanksgiving service. With that now done, he will move to the new palace on Wednesday.”

Another source added, “Yes, Oba Olakulehin will relocate to the new palace as planned. This decision was made following the thanksgiving service, and it aligns with the requirements of the 1957 Chieftaincy Law (as amended). This move has led to the postponement of the Olubadan Advisory Council’s inaugural meeting, which will now be held at the new palace.”

The postponed meeting will focus on setting a date for the presentation of the ceremonial beaded crown to High Chief Rashidi Ladoja, the former governor and Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland. High Chief Ladoja recently confirmed his acceptance of the beaded crown following discussions with influential individuals.

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