By John Ogunsemore
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has congratulated Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja Arusa I on his installation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadan.
Oba Ladoja’s coronation, which was held at the popular Mapo Hall, Ibadan on Friday, was graced by dignitaries led by President Bola Tinubu.
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In a statement, Atiku hailed Oba Ladoja’s coronation, noting that Ibadan is lucky to have a man of diverse worldview like him as king.
The statement reads, “I congratulate my brother and compatriot, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja Arusa I on his installation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadan.
“I acknowledge that the ancient city of Ibadan has been a signpost of republicanism in traditional leadership and that the emergence of Oba Ladoja at this moment exudes the beauty of Ibadan’s history.
“I am confident that Oba Ladoja would bring his wealth of experience as a businessman, politician, and seasoned administrator into his new role as the Olubadan.
“I believe that the city is lucky to have a man of diverse worldview like him as king. I have no doubt that just like his tenure as governor created the template for the development of modern Oyo State, Oba Ladoja will create an impact as Olubadan that every son and daughter of Ibadan, and friends of the ancient city like me, would be proud of.
“I join other friends and associates of Oba Ladoja to congratulate the good people of Ibadan and Oyo State as a whole to welcome the dawn of a new and glorious era of Oba Ladoja’s reign.
“It is my fervent prayer that his reign shall bring fortune and peace to the land.”
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