Adeleke visits Olubadan-designate Ladoja, pledges support for coronation

By Adejayan Gbenga –

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on Tuesday paid a congratulatory visit to the Olubadan-designate, Oba Adewolu Ladoja, at his Ibadan residence ahead of his official coronation scheduled for September 26, 2025.

Governor Adeleke, while congratulating the monarch, described Ladoja’s ascension to the throne of Ibadanland as “well-deserved and historic.” He assured that the Osun government would join in honoring the revered monarch with a befitting celebration during the coronation.

“Kabiyesi, I deeply appreciate your guidance and wise counsel. Your leadership legacy continues to inspire me in Osun State. I pray for long life, filled with peace, joy, happiness, and divine blessings on the throne of your forefathers,” Adeleke said.

The governor was accompanied by the Secretary to the State Government, Hon. Teslim Igbalaye; Chief of Staff, Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye; Yeyelua Modupeola Sanni-Adeleke; and several commissioners, including Otunba Tola Faseru, Hon. Olatunji Ayofe, Hon. Biyi Odunlade, and Hon. Soji Ajeigbe.

In his response, Oba Ladoja commended Governor Adeleke for his leadership in Osun State and expressed gratitude for the visit.