OPC New Era Stages Solidarity Rally in Support of New Olubadan, Oba Rashidi Ladoja

Ibadan, Oyo State – Members of the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC) New Era, Oyo State chapter, came out in large numbers on Thursday to stage a solidarity rally in support of the newly crowned Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba (Senator) Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, ahead of his official coronation ceremony.

The rally, which began at Oba Ladoja’s residence in Bodija, proceeded through major streets of Ibadan and concluded at the newly completed Olubadan Palace in Yemetu.

Speaking to journalists during the event, the State Chairman of OPC New Era, Comrade Rotimi Olumo, said the rally was organized to demonstrate the group’s full support for the new monarch and to celebrate a significant moment in the history of Ibadan.

“We organized this rally to show that we stand firmly with our new Olubadan, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, and to express our love and loyalty to Ibadanland as a whole,” Olumo said.

He also used the occasion to offer prayers for the new king, wishing him divine wisdom, strength, and longevity as he receives the staff of office and begins his reign.

“As he receives the staff of office today, we pray that God grants Kabiyesi the wisdom and knowledge to lead Ibadan with peace and progress. May his reign be long, prosperous, and filled with unity for the people of Ibadan,” Olumo added.

The peaceful rally drew the attention of residents and passersby, many of whom joined in singing traditional songs and chanting praises of the new Olubadan.

Oba Rashidi Ladoja, a former governor of Oyo State and respected elder statesman, is being crowned as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, in line with the city’s unique chieftaincy tradition.