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The Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Rasheed Ladoja has agreed to wear the bearded crown, High Chief Rasheed Ladoja made his intention known during the weekly programme on Fresh FM tagged Agbami-Oselu.
According to the former Governor, he stated that he has been receiving calls from home and abroad appealing to him collect the crown, and since it’s an honour crown, and does not necessarily have to do with tradition, that he’s ready to do the wish of the people.
Details later.
It all ended in praise…..Praise the Lord
“Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.” —Marcel Proust
Yes, you made us happy and you made our souls blossom.
That this year 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival has come and ended in glory is enough reason to show gratitude to God almighty and everyone who has participated and, or contributed to the success story. You are all the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.
To His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde FNSE, DSC, GSSRS and the First Lady, Engineer Olufunke Tamunominini Makinde who was conferred with the Most Outstanding Wife of Ibadanland, MOWI and His Excellency , the Deputy Governor, Alhaji Barrister AbdRaheem Adebayo Lawal, who was also conferred with the Most Outstanding Friend of Ibadanland, MOFI during the Grand Finale at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium has become a landmark history making in any Ibadan Cultural Festival anniversary ever experienced. To God be the glory.
To our Kabiyesi, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, Ige Olakulehin 1 , and the Olubadan -in – Council, the Iyalode in Council, the Mogajis, Baales and all the Senior Chiefs, we thank you all.
Particular mention must be made of His Excellency, the Former Governor of Oyo State and Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja whose sponsorship of some of our programs as well as his physical attendance and participation at this year’s festival was highly remarkable. K’eepe O Baba
To Her Excellency, wife of the former Governor, Chief Mrs Olayinka Mutiat Ladoja, Grand Ambassador of Ibadan Culture and Special Guest of Honour of the events whose singular efforts contributed immensely to the success story of this year’s celebration, I will forever remain grateful and on behalf of us all, I say Thank you Ma. A yoo maa ri yin ba O. Ase
To His Eminence, Alhaji Chief Dawood Makanjuola Akinola De-Damak, Aare of Yorubaland, Edo and Delta, Aare of Ibadanland and Grand Commander of Ibadan Culture GCIC whose generous donation of an 18 Seater Bus and huge cash donation towards the success of this year’s Ibadan Cultural Festival is commendable and much appreciated.
The Jagun Olubadan, Apesin Ola, Sir Chief ‘Dotun Sanusi , Chairman and CEO Ilaji Hotels and Resorts supported us with the use of the entire Ilaji Facilities for this year’s Sports Finals and the Business Luncheon programs. We can not quantify these wholesome package in monetary value. Thank you Sir and God will continue to elevate you.
I must not forget to mention the uncommon support received from the Chairman, Solution FM and the Aare Onibon Balogun of Ibadanland, Oloye Taofeek Adegboyega Adegoke FCA whose physical appearances as well as huge monetary supports has helped tremendously in setting the bar higher for this year’s Cultural Festival. Oloye Taofeek Adegboyega Adegoke, E se pupo, A dupe O.
The President, Ibadan Descendants Union USA, who is also the Ajia Olubadan of Ibadanland did not only led a powerful tream from the USA, he also attracted big support as well as his physical presence in virtually all our programs, Oloye Abiola Iyiola, K’ara O le O.
To all our worthy and deserving Awardees from Grand Ambassadors of Ibadan Culture to the Fellowship awardees, through Business Luncheon to the Merit awards at the Grand Finale, we congratulate you for being considered to be so celebrated and honored by Ibadanland. Congratulations to you all.
To the Baba-lojas, Mama Lojas, the Warlord Families, all affiliate clubs and associations home and abroad, we congratulate you all for taking ownership of the whole event as the hosting authority. Congratulations and thank you all.
The degree of media coverage we enjoyed at this year’s events is massive and phenomenon. We thank all the media houses in Ibadanland and beyond. God bless you all.
To our individual sponsors as well as corporate partners, we remain indebted to you and pray that our relationship will blossom into permanent investment that will be beneficial to both sides.
I must not fail to honour our religious leaders and particularly His Eminence, Prelate Sunday Ola Makinde whose fatherly support can not be over emphasised. E se pupo Baba. E.ma pe fun wa O.
To all the Past President Generals and members of the BoT CCII , thank you for being there always for us.
To all the members of this year Planning Committee whose labour, dedication, commitment and financial support can only be imagined, I owe you a lot and pray that God almighty will compensate you beyond any human expectations.
To the Chief Barrister Sulaiman Ajeniyi Ajewole CCII EXCO led administration for believing in our capacity and strength, we appreciate and congratulate you on this achievement.
Permit me however to register my profound gratitude to this man I call ‘President General Oloriire’ for supporting me throughout on the assignment which he gave me for without such immense support we couldn’t have recorded this massive success story. My PG Sir, E se pupo. A dupe O. Olorun yoo maa ran Eyin naa l’owo. Aamin
For all that you have committed to the success of this year Ibadan Cultural Festival celebration, please accept our gratitude and we pray for God abundance mercy on us and on Ibadanland.
Lastly, had my wife and children refused to release me for the service of my fatherland, how would I have the opportunity to play this little role. Kikelomo Ajike , Asaaju Iyalode of Ojeniranland and my beautiful children, Ibadanland appreciate you all. Thank you
To God almighty once again. E se O Baba.
E se pupo, A dupe O.
Balogun Gaphar Ojetola
Chairman, 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival
The newly appointed Special Assistant on Finance and revenue to the Chairman Egbeda Local Government, Hon. Semiu Akinlabi has expressed his heartfelt appreciation to God and his Leaders.”I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Hon. Busari Olayemi and Alhaji Lukman Akinpelu Adesina for their unwavering support, invaluable contributions and belief in my capabilities. Your guidance and encouragement have been instrumental throughout the selection process, and I am deeply appreciative of your trust in me which has greatly influenced my appointment”I’m deeply honored and grateful to have been appointed as the Special Assistant to our Local Government Chairman, Hon. Sikiru Sanda Oyedele, This opportunity to serve our Local Government in such a significant capacity fills me with immense pride and dedication”Furthermore, he appreciates Deacon Omoniyi Adegbite for his guidance and pray that May God answer all his secret prayers. In exhibiting the Omoluabi virtues, he recognised the commitment of Hon. Sikiru Sanda in improving the quality of governance in the Local Government and he reiterated his commitment to the vision of the Chairman to ensure that he succeed. “As I step into this new role, I am committed to working diligently to fulfill the responsibilities entrusted to me and to contribute positively to the development of our Local Government.
The newly appointed Special Assistant to the Chairman,Egbeda Local Government, Deacon Omoniyi Adegbite has shown his appreciation to His Excellency, Engr. Oluseyi Makinde and Otunba Seye Famojuro for counting him worthy to serve the people of Egbeda Local Government.
Similarly, Deacon Adegbite appreciates Ambassador Tomiwa Omolewa (Tommy) the Oyo State PMS chairman and Hon. Sikiru Sanda, the Executive Chairman Egbeda Local Government/Oyo ALGON Chairman, for their support and contribution during the selection process.
Finally, Deacon Adegbite sees this appointment as an encouragement to do more for Egbeda Local Government and Oyo State by extension, and he’s dedicating this appointment to the progressive movement of Ward 2 and to the Sustainable Development of Egbeda Local Government as he will continue to contribute his quota to the development of the Local Government.
Oh Lord our creator, we come before you this day with praises and gratitude for taking us this far in our planning for celebration of our birthplace, Ibadanland. Thank you Oh Lord.
We beseech your name in all that we do and we commit ourselves and families under your protection. We pray that you take absolute control of the entire week so that we return all glory to you at the end of this year Ibadan Cultural Festival.
We appreciate our governor and the First Lady, His Excellency, Engineer Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde FNSE, DSC, GSSRS and Her Excellency, Engineer Oluwakemi Tamunominini Makinde for all their support on the program and for all other developments in Ibadanland. May the good Lord continue to guide them, Amen .
We congratulate and felicitate with His Imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, Ige Olakulehin 1 and pray that his reign is peaceful and blissful for all of us. Amen
On behalf of the entire 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival Planning Committee, I congratulate the President General CCII, Alhaji Chief Barrister Sulaiman Ajeniyi Ajewole and the entire Executive council CCII for all their support for this committee since inception.
Lastly, our immense thanks and gratitude goes to all our fantastic donors and sponsors and we pray their blessings shall never diminish. God will continue to increase them in blessings. Ibadan is grateful.
From all of us at the 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival Planning Committee, we say a big thank you as we celebrate this year Cultural heritage of Ibadanland as we commence with Amala/Fuji Festivals today.
Ile Ibadan yoo gbe Gbogbo wa O. Aamin
God bless Ibadanland
God bless Oyo State
God bless Nigeria.
Balogun Gaphar Ojetola
Chairman, 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival Planning Committee.
The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has announced plans to host 2024 Amala Day and Fuji Festival, a celebration of Ibadan’s rich cultural heritage.
The event, scheduled to take place on 24th July 2024, promises to be a vibrant showcase of the city’s unique traditions, music, and cuisine.The festival will kick off with an opening prayer, followed by the recitation of the Ibadan Anthem and recognitions.
The President-General of CCII, Chief Barr Sulaiman Ajeniyi Ajewole, will deliver the opening speech, while the Chairman of the 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival Week, Balogun Gaphar Ojetola, will give a welcome address. The Chairman of the Occasion will then declare the program open.The highlight of the event will be the “Taste of Amala” segment, where distinguished guests, including the President-General, the 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival Chairman, and the Chairman of the Occasion, will savor the delicious Ibadan delicacy, Amala.
The FUMAN music group will provide entertainment throughout the event, with performances before and after the “Taste of Amala” segment. The Royal Father of the Day is His Excellency, the former Governor of Oyo State, Agba Oye Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja.The Special Guest of Honour is the Deputy Governor of the State.Other distinguished dignitaries expected to grace the occasion include, Aare Onibon Balogun, Chief Taofeek Adegboyega Adegoke, Chairman/CEO of Solution FM and many other esteemed guests.The festival will also feature decorations, donations, and an appreciation of sponsors and donors. Remarks will be given by Chef Mrs Idowu Olaide Lawal GAIC, followed by a grand finale of music and entertainment.Awardees for this year are; Alhaji Rasheed Ayinde Merege, Alhaji Tajudeen System, Alhaji Taye Adebisi Currency, Alhaja Amudalat Iyadunni, President Food Vendors Oyo State, Alhaji Omolewa Tomiwa , PMS Chairman Oyo State and Head of Hair Beauticians Oyo State.
The event will feature a cultural display at Mapo Hall, showcasing a variety of food options until noon. The grand finale will take place at Ibadan House, Oke Àrèmo, where the awardees will be honoured for their contributions to the community.The Amala Day and Fuji Festival promises to be a memorable celebration of Ibadan’s cultural heritage, promoting unity and pride among the people of Ibadan.Mark your calendars and join the celebration
The Governor of of Oyo state, Engr. Seyi Makinde has presented staff and instruments of office to the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, Ige Olakulehin 1.
Makinde, made the presentation on Friday, July 12, during a ceremony at the historic Mapo Hall in Ibadan.
Makinde, while making the presentation, said: “They said they want to sabotage, they want to sabotage, we are here today at Mapo Hall.“I, Engineer Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Oyo State by the virtue of power conferred on me, hereby present the staff of office to the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland”
Dignitaries presents includes the President and Commander in Chief of Armed Forces, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu ably represented by the Minister for Power, Chief Bayo Adelabu, Gov. of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, the Sultan of Sokoto, the Oni of Ife among others.
Governor Seyi Makinde, the Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, Chief Bode Amao, members of the Olubadan-in-Council led other dignitaries from all walks of life to the event.
Oba Olakulehin was represented by the Osi Balogun, Oba Lateef Adebimpe who presented a speech on his behalf.
The Nation reports that the Olubadan-designate has been in seclusion ahead of the Friday coronation as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland.
Former Oyo Governor, who is also a member of the Olubadan-in-Council, Senator Rashidi Ladoja was absent at the event.
The new structure is the second but newest modern Palace to be inhabited by the Olubadan located at the Oke Aremo area of the capital city.
The Nation reports that the first ultra modern Olubadan Palace situated at Oja’ba was constructed and commissioned over four decades ago.
But lack of space and other logistics challenges necessitated the construction of another Palace which was hugely facilitated by the Central Council of Ibadan Indigene (CCII).
Speaking at the Commissioning, Makinde thanked every indigene who had contributed to make the project a reality.
He thanked his predecessor in office, late former Governor Abiola Ajimobi for taking the bold step that set the project in motion.
He said the second phase of the palace project will see to the renovation of the Bowers Tower, to attract tourist to visit the palace and the state, adding that he will expand the economy of the state through tourism.
Ladoja absent as Makinde commissions new Olubadan Palace
He added that a maintenance mechanism to ensure the palace is well maintained has also been put in place with monthly contributions expected from the 11 local government areas in Ibadan.
Makinde said: “This palace, we have put in place a maintenance system b3caueevwhat usually affects project as like is poor maintenance and we have as ked the 11 local government areas in Ibadanland to bring something every month to maintain the palace.
“The nearby Bowers Tower, we will fix it because tourism is one ofbthe things we would use to expand our economy and that will be part of the second phase of this project.
“I thank all those who have put innefforts that culminate in this palace today,, but there are two people I want to thank specifically for their roles and effort in actualisation this project.
“First, I want to thank my predecessor in office, late former governor Abiola Ajimobi. He was bold in his action by kickstartjng the process..
“The second person I want to thank is Chief Bode Amao. He contributed so much in all areas and I recognise that he is an asset to Oyo stateband Nigeria as a whole.
“For all Ibadan indigenes who contributed to the success and actualisation of this project, I thank you all.
Oba Olakulehin said the idea of the palace was conceived nine years ago during the time of former Governor Abiola Ajimobi.
Olakulehin, who was represented by Oba Lateef Adebimpe, noted that former Governor Rashidi Ladoja gave approval of the allocation of land for the Palace.
He said the story of the palace will not be complete without appreciating effort of governor Makinde, adding that Ibadan will remain greatful for the effort of the governor towards the completion of the project.
He however said no palace in Southwest can compete with the newly commissioned palace
Some of the dignitaries who attended the event include: Deputy Governor Bayo Lawal; Secretary to State Government, Professor Olanike Adeyemo; Oyo Speaker Adebo Ogundoyin who was represented by his Deputy among other top government functionaries.
The list also include Ex-First Lady, Mutiat Ladoja; former Deputy Governor, Hazeem Gbolarunmi; Chief Adebayo Akande and his wife, Chief Mrs Onikepo, former and serving Presidents General of the CCII, Chief Bayo Oyero, Chief Ajeniyi Ajewole, Senator Kola Baolgun, former Minister of Sports, Professor Taoheed Adedoja, Chairman 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival Week, Balogun Gaphar Ojetola among others.
The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes, under the Leadership of Chief Barr Sulaiman Ajeniyi Ajewole has announced a shift in time for the commissioning of the new ultra modern palace of the Olubadan of Ibadanland previously scheduled for 10am today.
According to a statement made available to news, the CCII regretted any inconveniences the shift in time might cause people, and requested for peoples understanding.
The statement reads:
“This is to inform all invited guests, groups, clubs, associations as well as the general public that due to unforeseen circumstances, we regret to announce that the commissioning of the new ultra modern Olubadan palace, earlier scheduled for 10 o’clock tomorrow morning, Wednesday, has been shifted to 3 o’clock in the afternoon.“Any inconveniences occasioned by this sudden unforseen change of time are deeply regretted, just as your absolute understanding with the anticipated cooperation is highly appreciated.”
Ajewole added that the new time for the commissioning is now 3pm on Wednesday, July 10th, 2024.The new ultramodern palace is located on the hill of Oke Aremo, Ibadan, and the new Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakunlehin is expected to be the first king to occupy the palace.Ọba Olakulehin will be corronated on Friday, July 12th, 2024.
A CALL TO HONOR YOUR PROMISE: THE DOOR TO DOOR TEAM’S APPEAL
Your Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde,
We, the devoted members of the Door to Door group, write to you with immense pride and a deep sense of accomplishment. Our collective efforts played a pivotal role in ensuring the success of your campaign during the 2023 general elections. Our commitment spanned across all 33 Local Government Areas of our beloved state, embodying our unwavering belief in your vision and leadership.
Our journey was driven by the promise of a brighter future for our state under your esteemed leadership. We walked tirelessly, spoke passionately, and worked diligently, driven by our shared goal of seeing you continue to lead us toward progress and prosperity. The bond we formed with the people of Oyo State during this campaign was strengthened by our dedication to your cause and the assurance of your support.
Your Excellency, you promised to remember and reward our hard work within your government. This promise has been a beacon of hope and motivation for every member of our group. As we now look to the future, we humbly remind you of this commitment. The diversity and reach of our members across the state reflect a broad spectrum of skills, experiences, and unwavering dedication that can significantly contribute to the continued success of your administration.
We believe that fulfilling this promise will not only honor our efforts but also strengthen the trust and solidarity between your administration and the grassroots supporters who have been instrumental in your journey. Our passion for serving our state and supporting your vision remains as strong as ever. We are eager to contribute to the transformative agenda that you have set for Oyo State.
Your Excellency, as you continue to steer our state towards greater heights, we respectfully request that you consider integrating the members of the Door to Door group into your administration. Our commitment to your leadership and the development of Oyo State is unwavering, and we are ready to serve in any capacity that you deem fit.
Thank you for your attention and continued dedication to the progress of Oyo State.
With utmost respect and anticipation,
Signed: House to House campaign Group
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