Olubadan: Saheed Osupa Celebrates Oba Rashidi Ladoja with Song Amid Criticism Against Taye Currency
- Fuji star Saheed Osupa has sent a congratulatory message to Oba Rashidi Ladoja after his coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland
- Saheed Osupa, who praised the former Oyo state governor, also shared a song to celebrate his coronation
- The Fuji star's song for Oba Rashidi Ladoja comes amid social media criticism of his colleague Taye Currency, who performed at the event
Fuji star Saheed Osupa has penned a congratulatory message to Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja (Arùsà 1) on his coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.
Legit.ng recalls reporting that Ladoja, a former governor and senator, had his coronation on Friday, September 26, at Mapo Hall in Ibadan, with dignitaries like President Bola Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde in attendance.
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Saheed Osupa praises Oba Rashidi Ladoja
In a lengthy but heartwarming message, Osupa, who called the Ibadan monarch his father, stated that Ladoja's life served as a testament to his remarkable journey, from accomplished businessman to senator, governor, and now Olubadan.
"Your calm, principled, and humble demeanor has endeared you to many. One of the unique features of your character is your resilience in the face of adversity, particularly during your impeachment and subsequent court battles, which further earned you widespread admiration. Your popularity in Ibadan stems from your dedication to the city’s progress and service," Osupa said.
"As the new Olubadan, you bring with you a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of Ibadan’s history and culture. Ibadan, a city that has played a significant role in Yoruba history and leadership, is poised to rise again and reclaim its proud place.
As you embark on this journey, I pray for a peaceful and prosperous reign, and may your ‘IDÈRÀ DÈ’ name bring solace not just to Ibadan, but to Yorubaland and Nigeria as a whole," the Fuji singer prayed.
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Osupa also included a snippet of his Endorsement album side 3, released in 2020 when Odulana Samuel became king to congratulate Oba Rashidi Ladoja.
The Fuji star's message comes after the criticism that trailed his colleague Taye Currency's performance at Ladoja's coronation.
Saheed Osupa's message and song for Oba Rashidi Ladoja are below:
Comments about Osupa's song for Ladoja
Legit.ng compiled some of the reactions, as many rated Osupa's music prowess.
ifedayo_johnson said:
"My GOAT! Not that other one wey wan use hand stop plane."
Mystiquebeinq commented:
"Make I use this one rinse my ears from the wèrè la fí ń wo wèrè wey I hear for that coronation."
itzsouthpaw1 said:
"Gbedu wey we suppose hear live for mapo hall na for X we Dey hear am."
Aemar00 said:
"Na you allow us dey listen to "seyi lama dibo wa fun" on coronation day Weyrey lafin wo weyrey like 5 different times."
MrFeliks reacted:
"Baba, see wetin your "colleague mi" dey sing."
Damilare_30 reacted:
"Maybe King Saheed Osupa should just compensate us with an Album for the new Olubadan. What we listened to today is an eyesore, shame just dey catch me."
Hamzatphylor said:
"Next album , we go chop better Gbedu for olubadan."
Oyo indigene shares opinion about Osupa's absence
According to Moses Ojo, the organisers might not have reached out to Osupa, as he would have been there if invited.
"Yes but they didn't call him, If he was abroad and they called him, he would come. Na politics," he said.
Burna Boy hails Osupa, he reacts
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Saheed Osupa broke his silence after Afrobeats star Burna Boy named him his Greatest of All Time (GOAT) singer on an international show.
Burna Boy made this known while speaking about his music inspirations during a hangout with tennis legend Roger Federer in Zurich, Switzerland.
I am profoundly grateful for this powerful acknowledgment from a true Afropop titan," Osupa responded.
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