Tinubu, Makinde, Adeleke Touch Down as Olubadan Coronation Nears

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Ibadan, joining the dense tapestry of dignitaries assembling for the historic coronation of Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan. He came in company with Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State. 

The President’s aircraft departed from Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport earlier today and touched down in Ibadan in the early afternoon.  That move signals how elevated the coronation has become — not just a local affair but a gathering of national significance. 

With Mapo Hall designated as the coronation venue, the presence of political heavyweights underscores that this is more than a royal ceremony — it’s a cultural moment where tradition and statecraft intersect. People watching this aren’t just looking for pageantry; they’re watching to see how Ladoja’s reign might shape relations between the throne, the state, and the people.