In a stunning turn of events, former Oyo State Governor and Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rashidi Ladoja, has announced his willingness to wear the beaded crown, a symbol of chieftaincy in Ibadanland.
This declaration comes after Ladoja had taken the matter to court over the chieftaincy title and the wearing of beaded crowns by newly elevated Obas.
Ladoja’s decision to accept the beaded crown is a surprising reversal of his previous stance, which had led to a prolonged legal battle. However, during an interview on Fresh 105.9 FM’s programme, Agbami Oselu, on Sunday morning, Ladoja revealed that he is now willing to wear the beaded crown, bringing an end to the controversy surrounding the chieftaincy title in Ibadanland.
Details of his decision and its implications are still emerging, but this development is expected to have significant repercussions for the traditional institution in Ibadanland and the state government. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
