Burial programme announced for late Olubadan, Oba Olakunlehin
By Adejayan Gbenga –
The official programme for the burial of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba (Dr.) Frederick Akinloye Iyanda Owolabi Olakunlehin, has been released.
Oba Olakunlehin, who passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025, at the age of 90, will be laid to rest on Friday, August 8, 2025. His passing marks the end of an era in traditional leadership, and preparations are in full swing to celebrate his impactful life and reign.
According to the schedule, the burial rites will begin on Monday, August 4, and conclude on Friday, August 8, 2025. The five-day programme will feature sporting competitions and religious ceremonies, reflecting the late monarch’s deep-rooted values of youth empowerment, community service, and unity.
Programme of Events
Sporting Tributes
Monday, August 4
Oba Olakunlehin Table Tennis Tournament – Preliminaries
Venue: Table Tennis Hall, Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, August 5
Olubadan Olakunlehin Football Cup – Semi-Finals
Venue: Olubadan Stadium, Ibadan
Time: 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 6
Table Tennis Tournament – Finals
Venue: Table Tennis Hall, Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Olubadan Olakunlehin Football Cup – Final
Venue: Olubadan Stadium, Ibadan
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Final Ceremonies
Thursday, August 7
Service of Songs
Venue: Olubadan Palace, Oke Aremo, Ibadan
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Friday, August 8
Funeral Service
Venue: Cathedral of Saint Peter, Aremo, Ibadan
Time: 10:00 a.m.
The late monarch is survived by children, grandchildren, and siblings, all of whom will join the people of Ibadan in honouring his legacy of leadership, humility, and service.
