Olubadan joins ancestors at 90

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, joined his ancestors in the early hours of Monday at the age of 90.

The Maye Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oloye Lekan Alabi, who confirmed the death of the royal father, said that “Baba joined his ancestors early Monday.”

When Alabi was first contacted, he solicited for some time to confirm and call back, and on his return call confirmed the news.

The traditional ruler, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, joined his ancestors barely one year after he ascended the throne.

The demise of Oba Olakulehin is coming barely two days after celebrating his 90th birthday.

Olakulehin, born July 5, 1935, ascended the throne on July 12, 2024, following his coronation by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, serving as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland.

The deceased succeeded the late Oba (Dr) Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, who joined his ancestors in 2024, two years after he ascended the throne.

His family members were reportedly seen in the early hours of Monday moving out the personal belongings of the late Olubadan from the palace at Oke Aremo in Ibadan.

Some family members and their friends have arrived the private residence of the royal father.

The Osi Olubadan, former governor of Oyo State, Rashidi Ladoja, is next in line to the throne of Olubadan of Ibadanland. (NAN)