Ladoja to Teach Science Subjects at Alma Mater After Coronation
- Olubadan-designate Rashidi Ladoja has pledged to teach Physics and Mathematics at his alma mater after his coronation
- He made the promise while hosting the management of Ibadan Boys’ High School in Ibadan
- The monarch-in-waiting, a former governor of Oyo State, recalled his days as both student and teacher at the school
Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has pledged to return to his former school, Ibadan Boys’ High School, to teach Physics and Mathematics after his coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.
The monarch-in-waiting made this commitment on Monday when he received the school’s management team, led by Principal Rasheed Fasasi, at his Bodija residence in Ibadan.
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Ladoja said the gesture would not only reconnect him with the school where he studied and later taught but also motivate current students to excel.
Ladoja promises classroom session after coronation
The former governor recalled that before his foray into politics, he had a stint as a teacher at the school, where he handled Mathematics and Physics classes.
“Beyond being an alumnus of the school, I was also a former teacher here, where I taught Mathematics and Physics. So, during my visit after the coronation, I will engage the students in classwork,” he said.
The Olubadan succession system is widely known for its merit-based structure, which follows two chieftaincy lines, Otun and Balogun.
Every eligible high chief has a chance to rise to the throne, provided they live long enough to attain the position.
Ladoja’s emergence as Olubadan-designate followed the death of the 43rd Olubadan, Oba Lekan Balogun, in March 2024.
At the time of Balogun’s passing, Ladoja held the title of Osi Olubadan, making him next in line on the Otun line. His ascension was formalised after traditional rites and government approval.
Former governor reconnects with alma mater
During the visit, he commended the principal for preserving the legacy of the school, describing it as an institution that has produced generations of outstanding individuals.
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He expressed gratitude to the management for their support and assured them that his reign would promote values of education and community development.
The Ibadan Boys’ High School delegation described the forthcoming coronation as a historic moment and said they looked forward to hosting the new monarch for his promised classroom session.
Oyo govt announces week-long activities for Ladoja’s coronation
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that official activities to install the former governor of Oyo state, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, have started in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, as the enstoolment ceremony committee members have been named.
Former chairman of the central council of Ibadan indigenes, Chief Bayo Oyero is chairing the committee for the coronation scheduled to hold on September 26, 2025. The inaugural meeting, which was attended by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon Demola Ojo, decided to make the coronation a week-long programme of activities.
Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade said that the programme will commence on Monday, September 22, with an Interdenominational service at the Olubadan Palace Oke Aremo to be organised by the Central Council for Ibadan Indigenes, CCII.
Source: Legit.ng
