Oba Rashidi Ladoja: Viral Video Shows Statue of New Olubadan
- Former Governor of Oyo state, Rashidi Ladoja, has been crowned as the 44th Olubadan
- A video trending on social media shows a statue of the newly crowned monarch, who took office today, September 26
- A lot of social media users are congratulating the king, who replaces Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who passed in July
The statue of the new Olubadan has gone viral after a video of it was shared on social media.
The statue shows Rashidi Ladoja, a former governor of Oyo state who took the reins of kingship on September 26.
Source: UGC
Oba Ladoja ascended the throne to replace Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who passed on in July 2025.
The video, shared by Elelu Ayoola, shows the statue of the king who was crowned in Ibadan to the delight of his subjects.
Source: Instagram
Watch the video below:
Reactions as Rashidi Ladoja is crowned king
@VishalSahu21 said:
"What an honour to witness the legacy of His Royal Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland! His leadership will undoubtedly continue to enrich our culture and community."
@Olufemiloye said:
"Congratulations to the new Olubadan of Ibadan, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. May your reign bring more prosperity to Ibadan land."
@ManuelBlack247 said:
"Honoured to have met His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, Arusa I. Congratulations Kabiyesi on your coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. Wishing your reign peace, unity & prosperity."
@TheTope_Ajayi
"There is this unexplainable connection between Ibadan people and Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. In 1992, they voted for him as Senator and in 2003 they voted for him as their governor. Today, he will be formally crowned their king in the presence of his long time friend and ally, President Bola Tinubu. There has been huge support and great excitement about his Obaship even long before fate finally thrust the throne to him. Ibadan has been in celebratory mood like never seen before. May his reign bring peace, progress and great development to Ibadanland and may his people prosper."
@SamdGreat01 said:
"Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja Arusa 1, the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. His life story needs to go into a movie. Anyone who lived in Ibadan during the Adidibu era with Akala and co will understand."
@ClementNno388 said:
"His Royal Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, was crowned the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland."
@touribadannow said:
"The people of Ibadan are out en masse to celebrate the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja."
@Advsola said:
"Ladoja has broken the jinx in Isale Osi, the last person from that side that got closer to the throne died when he was Osi Olubadan, that’s why the place was named “Isale Osi”. Congratulations to Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja."
Things to know about Ibadan Obaship system
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that the Ibadan Obaship system features two distinct succession lines, Civil and Military, with candidates ascending through over 20 chieftaincy stages in a rotational and merit-based structure.
Unlike other Yoruba towns, Ibadan’s throne isn’t limited to royal families; any qualified male indigene can become Olubadan by rising through either succession line.
The city has produced aged monarchs due to its lengthy promotion process, with most kings ascending the throne in their 70s or 80s, ensuring experienced leadership.
Source: Legit.ng
