Olubadan Urges Newly Promoted Chiefs to Uphold Ibadan’s Traditional Values

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, has called on newly promoted chiefs to preserve the traditional values of Ibadanland. Oba Olakulehin made this appeal during the promotion ceremony of two Mogajis to the Balogun chieftaincy line over the weekend.

The event, held at the Olubadan Palace in Oke Aremo, Ibadan, was attended by key members of the Olubadan-in-Council, including Otun Olubadan, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, Osi Olubadan, Oba Eddy Oyewole-Foko, Otun Balogun Oba Kola Adegbola, Asipa Olubadan, Oba Abiodun Kola-Daisi, Ekerin Olubadan, Oba Amidu Ajibade, and Ekerin Balogun, High Chief Akeem Mobolaji Adewoyin.

The newly elevated chiefs are Chief Adenrele Lekan-Salami, who was promoted from Mogaji Oyetunde to Ajia Balogun of Ibadanland, and Chief Adewale Abass Kadiri, who was elevated from Mogaji Olofa Irefin to Jagun Balogun of Ibadanland.

InfoStride News reports that their promotions filled existing vacancies in the Balogun chieftaincy line.

The Oluwo of Ibadanland, Chief Wahab Popoola Labosinde, decorated the two chiefs with traditional Akoko leaves during the ceremony, signifying their official elevation.

In his remarks, Oba Olakulehin emphasised the importance of upholding the rich cultural heritage of Ibadanland.

He urged the newly promoted chiefs to remain ambassadors of Ibadan’s traditional values and ensure that these values are not relegated.

“I congratulate you both on your elevation today. You have now joined the Balogun chieftaincy line.

Ibadan is known for its rich traditional values and strong cultural heritage, and it is your responsibility to uphold them,” the Olubadan said.

He further encouraged the new chiefs to remain committed to the traditions of the ancient city, reiterating his hopes for their continued loyalty to the institution.

“Ibadan’s traditions are a source of pride, and I expect both of you to maintain them and be good ambassadors of our cultural heritage. Congratulations once again,” Olubadan concluded.