According to a report by Daily Post on Monday, April 27, 2026, Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, has cautioned newly appointed Mogajis and Baales against engaging in the unlawful seizure of wives or landed properties, emphasizing the need for discipline and adherence to traditional and moral standards.
The monarch delivered this warning during a formal ceremony held to install new traditional title holders within Ibadanland, where he stressed the importance of maintaining integrity in their roles.
The installation ceremony took place at the Olubadan’s palace located at Oke Aremo in the Ibadan North Local Government Area.
The event marked another significant exercise in the traditional leadership structure of Ibadanland, as individuals selected for these roles were officially recognized and entrusted with responsibilities within their respective communities.
The gathering attracted members of the Olubadan-in-Council, alongside political office holders, traditional chiefs, and other notable figures.
Their presence underscored the cultural and administrative significance of the installation, reflecting the continued relevance of traditional institutions in local governance and community leadership.
A total of 15 Mogajis and seven Baales were installed during the ceremony, these individuals are expected to serve as intermediaries between the Olubadan and the people at the grassroots level, ensuring that customs are upheld and that peace and order are maintained across various compounds and villages.
Among those installed were Chief Tolulope Akinkunmi Afolabi, who assumed the position of Mogaji of the Agunbiade compound in the Alaadorin Ode Aje area, Chief Sijuola Rasaq Ajibola, named Mogaji of the Looyin compound in Oke Offa Atipe area, and Chief Wasiu Lawal, who became Mogaji of the Obebe Odugunwa compound in the Oke Oluokun area.
Their appointments reflect the structured process through which leadership roles are filled within Ibadan’s traditional system.
The Olubadan delivered his message through the Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, who conveyed the monarch’s directives to the newly installed leaders.
The message highlighted the expectation that they govern with a sense of responsibility, guided by moral principles and a commitment to fairness in dealing with their people.
He further emphasized that the newly installed Mogajis and Baales serve as representatives of the Olubadan in their respective domains.
As such, they are expected to prioritize the welfare and security of their communities while maintaining respect for established hierarchies and elders within the traditional system.
The Olubadan said, “Give respect to other people who are there before you. They are your seniors. Take charge of your domains. If you have any issue, let the Olubadan aware.”…Read_More…