Rashidi Ladoja Withdraws Suit Against Olubadan-in-Council

The Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Rasidi Ladoja, has officially dropped the lawsuit against members of the Olubadan-in-Council.

Naija News understands that the legal action was initally initiated against the members of the Council over the beaded crown worn prior to the passing of the late 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun.

With the latest announcement on Tuesday, the path is now clear for the coronation of the Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland.

One of the aides to Ladoja, Adeola Oloko, confirmed this decision with the PUNCH on Tuesday.

Recall that Oba Lateef Adebimpe, Osi Balogun, after a meeting in Ibadan, had said, “The nomination letter is with the state government, what is left now is for High Chief Ladoja to withdraw the pending case in court in order to facilitate the installation of the new Olubadan.”

It is now confirmed that the court case has now been withdrawn in the interest of Ibadan and not on any other consideration.

“I’m telling you authoritatively that the case has been withdrawn not for any other reason but in the interest of Ibadan. You know High Chief Ladoja loves Ibadan and he won’t do anything that will be antithetical to the progress and peace of the ancient city,” a source told reporters.

On his part, Oloko affirmed the case had been withdrawn. However, he refused to speak further on when exactly the withdrawal took place.

Naija News understands that now that a significant obstacle has been eliminated, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde will be closely watched to take the necessary actions.

The Governor received the nomination for Olubadan designate approximately three weeks ago.

Once approved, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin will soon be installed as the 43rd Olubadan.

There are rumours that families in Ibadan have already purchased custom-made outfits for the upcoming coronation event.