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BENJAMIN OROBIYI CONGRATULATES OLAKULEYIN ON CORONATION AS 43RD OLUBADAN


Chief Benjamin Ishola Orobiyi II, has on behalf of the Orobiyi family of Ido town in Ido Local government of oyo state congratulated the Olubadan of Ibadan Land His Imperial Majesty Oba Owolabi Olakulehin on his coronation as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadan Land.

According to a statement made available to press by Orobiyi, the long journey from Mogaji to Olubadan is a long and tortuous one and no greater joy can there be for a man than to get to the peak of the traditional and cultural ladder.

He prayed that the reign of Oba Olakulehin will be peaceful and bring progress and sustainable development to Ibadan Land.

Oba Olakuleyin has vast experience in military and public administration, attributes which when coupled with dedication to service will stand Ibadan in good stead during his reign. He wished the Kabiyesi a long reign on the throne.

He also commended and congratulated the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency Engineer Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde for seeing the transition and coronation process through. According tohim,Makinde is athorough-bred administrator and a lover of culture and tradition.

Benjamin Ishola Orobiyi II

The family also commended High Chief Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja for his handling of events from after the demise of the former Olubadan to the coronattion of the Olubadan-designate. Alhaji Tajudeen Oladapo (AKA Warrior) also speaking on behalf of the family said Ladoja has displayed great magnanimity and patriotism by giving support to due process in enthroning a new Olubadan. According to him the Otun Olubadan has always displayed uncommon leadership qualities.

The Orobiyi family is a royal dynasty in Ido town. They are the founding fathers of the town and have contributed immensely to the development of the town.

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