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Olubadan-In-Council Meets Today To Nominate 44th Olubadan
Arrangements have been finalised for members of the Olubadan-in-Council to meet today at the newly constructed Olubadan Palace, Oke Aremo, Ibadan, to deliberate on the succession to the Olubadan stool following the death of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin.
It was reports that the meeting, which notice was issued last Thursday, is expected to officially declare the stool vacant and initiate the nomination of a new monarch in line with the city’s long-standing traditional succession system.
Barring any last-minute changes, former Oyo State Governor and Otun Olubadan, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, who is next in line, is set to be nominated as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.
A member of the council is expected to make the nomination, which will then be seconded by another member after a brief deliberation. The name of the nominee will subsequently be forwarded to Governor Seyi Makinde through the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters for confirmation.
As of press time, it was unclear if Oba Ladoja, who has been out of the state since the passing of Oba Olakulehin, would attend the meeting.
Sources who spoke with The Nation hinted that the former governor might delay his return to avoid overshadowing the burial rites of the late monarch.
A palace insider said Ladoja is mindful not to let the joy of his nomination overshadow the burial ceremonies of Oba Olakulehin.
Activities marking the burial of Oba Olakulehin, who passed away on July 7 after just a year on the throne as the 43rd Olubadan, commence today with sporting events. The final burial is scheduled for Friday at the Cathedral of Saint Peter’s, Aremo, Ibadan.
Confirming the meeting, the Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, stated that it would proceed as planned at the new Olubadan Palace, marking the first time such a crucial nomination gathering would take place there.
The council is meeting a week after the completion of the 21-day mourning period in honour of Oba Olakulehin, who succeeded Oba Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, as the Olubadan of Ibadanland.
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Sixteen people narrowly escaped death on Monday night in a crash involving a Camry car, a Suzuki bus, and a tricycle at Iron Market along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway.
Ota Divisional Commander of the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps, Mr Salau Hammed, confirmed the incident to News Agency Nigeria on Tuesday, noting that the crash occurred around 8:20 p.m.
He said the accident involved a Camry car, a tricycle, both with no registration, and a Suzuki bus marked KRD 246 YK.
He said that a total of 16 persons were involved in the accident; however, three persons, comprising two males and a female, sustained various degrees of injuries.
Hammed explained that the Camry lost control due to speeding and rammed into two other vehicles.
“Those who sustained injuries were immediately taken to Adetutu Hospital, Ilepa area for treatment,” he said.
Hammed advised motorists against speeding to prevent avoidable crashes.
He said that the vehicles had been removed from the road to ease free flow of traffic.
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Video – Nigerian Soldier Laments: “We Risk Our Lives Daily, Yet No Reward!” | Govt Rewards WAFCON Players with Millions
In this powerful and emotional video, a Nigerian soldier opens up about the harsh realities faced by the military – poor welfare, neglect, and lack of appreciation from the government, despite risking their lives daily to protect the country.
He compares their sacrifice to the recent reward of ₦160 million and 3-bedroom apartments given to Nigerian female footballers who played in the just concluded WAFCON tournament for only one month.
▶ Is this fair?
▶ Are Nigerian soldiers being sidelined?
▶ What does this say about how we treat our heroes?
This heartfelt outcry sparks a much-needed conversation about military welfare, equity, and the true value of national service in Nigeria.
🔔 Watch, share, and join the conversation in the comments.
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The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, on Tuesday warned some Nigerian governors not to underestimate the opposition coalition platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), because some of them will be removed from power if care isn’t taken.
Primate Ayodele made it known that the coalition platform has the power to take over some seats in Nigeria, and governors must work very hard to ensure they retain their states.
In a statement by his Media Aide, Oluwatosin Osho, the prophet made it known that some of the governors in Nigeria cannot win a re-election in 2027 except through rigging.
He said: “Some Nigerian governors will be removed from power by ADC if care isn’t taken; they will find it difficult to get a re-election in their respective offices. On a free and fair election, they won’t win; they can only rig.
“They should not underestimate the coalition platform; they may not see it now, but they must be very careful.”
It would be recalled that Primate Ayodele warned certain state governors two days ago about their re-election plans, stating that their bid isn’t certain and that only prayer can help them secure victory again.
“The governors of Akwa Ibom, Delta, Enugu, Cross River, Kaduna, Zamfara, and Ondo must work well to get a second term in office.
“It’s not certain for them except they work hard and pray. This is a hint of what they should expect.
“They need to work very well so that they won’t lose their second-term ambition,” he revealed.
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