The new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has described himself as the king of all religions, promising to serve everyone in the city without discrimination.
He gave the assurance during a thanksgiving service at the Church of the Ascension, Ibadan, on Sunday, the 28th of September, 2025, following his coronation.
Ladoja was crowned the 44th Olubadan by Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Friday, the 26th of September, 2025, at Mapo Hall.
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The monarch stressed his commitment to unity, peace, and development in Ibadan, declaring, “We are all governing Ibadan. I’m just the coordinator. You people are the small Olubadan; I’m the big Olubadan. Ibadan will be great by God’s grace with your support. I’m now king of all religions. Ibadan is a fertile land; it shall continue to be well with Ibadan. I’m Olubadan for all, and the success of my reign will not be mine alone but that of the Olubadan-in-Council and the entire people of Ibadanland.”