The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, is dead.
The paramount traditional king of Ibadan joined his ancestors in the early hours of Monday, July 7.
Olakulehin, who ascended the throne in July 2024, died after spending a year on the throne.
The demise of Oba Olakulehin, born July 5, 1935, is coming barely two days after he celebrated his 90th birthday.
Oba Olakulehin received the staff of office from Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo, on July 12, 2024, as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland.
Oba Olakulehin ascended the throne from the chieftaincy rung of Balogun Olubadan, following the demise of Oba Moshood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, who died at the age of 81 years on March 14, 2024.
