Olubadan Coronation: ‘Ibadan has sustained its age-long tradition of hitch-free throne succession’

An Ibadan-born US-based engineer, Khalil Mustapha Repete has congratulated the Olubadan-in-Council, Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes, Ibadan Mogajis, and all sons and daughters of Ibadanland on the installation of the 43rd Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakunlehin.

The 42nd King, Oba Mahood Lekan Balogun died on 14 March 2024, at the age of 81.

Oba Olakulehin, until his nomination and coronation as Olubadan of Ibadanland was the most senior high chief in the Balogun (military) line of Olubadan chieftaincy ascension, the immediate past and 42nd Olubadan occupied the respected throne from the civilian lineage.

Repete’s expressed joy that Ibadanland has sustained its age-long tradition of a hitch-free succession plan to the Olubadan stool.

“On behalf of myself and my family, I send a big congratulations to all sons and daughters of Ibadan land on the successful transition of our high traditional stool with rancor-free.

“I also felicitate and commended the Kingmakers, Ibadan chiefs, Mogajis, the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), and its affiliated groups, their respect for tradition, culture, and promotion of peace in Ibadanland can never be overlooked. I was born to

“It is also my pleasure to felicitate with the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakunlehin on his ascension to the throne of his forbearers, it is privilege for him and family, i have no shred of doubt that Ibadanland will witness uncommon grace and development during his reign.”

“I pray God grant Kabiyesi long life and good health to succeed as a philosopher-king,” Repete said.

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