Ibadan Traditional Drummers Relocate to Olubadan Palace Ahead of Oba Ladoja’s Coronation

By AbdulRahman Tiwatope

The traditional drummers of Ibadanland resumed official duties at the Olubadan Palace in Oke-Aremo on Monday, marking the symbolic transition to a new royal era.

News Alert reports that the relocation follows a formal farewell performance at the Alalubosa residence of the immediate past Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin. The move was approved by the Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, in line with chieftaincy tradition.

Royal Team Welcomed at Palace

The drumming crew — comprising Alaro the trumpeter, Onikakaki, Onisekere, Onilu, and Onirara — arrived at the palace by 1:30 PM after signing out at Alalubosa at 12 noon.

They were received by top palace chiefs, including Maye Olubadan, Oloye Lekan Alabi; Gbonka Olubadan, Oloye Wasiu Adeojo; Gbonka Bogun, Oloye Monsuru Abiola; and Oloye Adeola Oloko.

According to Chief Adeola Oloko, media aide to the Olubadan-designate, the move signals the official start of the enthronement process for Oba Rasidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.

Governor’s Assent Expected This Week

The Olubadan-in-Council, led by Oba Ajibola, has already submitted Oba Ladoja’s name to Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, for formal approval.

The motion to nominate Ladoja was moved by Oba Ajibola and seconded by the Osi Olubadan, Oba Eddy Oyewole, during last week’s council meeting at the Olubadan Palace in Ibadan North Local Government Area.

Governor Makinde is expected to give his assent before the end of the week, paving the way for Ladoja’s coronation.

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