The Babaloja General of Oyo State, Asiwaju Yekeen Abass, has directed that all markets in Ibadan will be closed on the day of the coronation of the 44th Olubadan, Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja.
Abass said the decision, reached in consultation with market leaders across the city, was taken to honour the new monarch and to ensure that traders and residents give full attention to the historic event.
According to him, the closure will affect both major and satellite markets in Ibadan, adding that the market community is united in celebrating the ascension of Oba Ladoja to the revered Olubadan stool.
He urged traders to comply fully with the directive, noting that the coronation marks a significant moment in the history of Ibadanland.