JUST IN: Olubadan Oba Olakulehin is dead

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin is dead.

Olakulehin died at the age of 90.

A family source who confirmed the development noted that the paramount ruler died in the wee hours of Monday.

His death comes at the peak of celebrations for his 90th birthday and the first anniversary of his reign as Olubadan of Ibadan land

Oba Olakulehin, who ascended the throne on July 12, 2024, spent exactly one year as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland.

His brief reign followed the passing of his predecessor, Oba (Dr.) Moshood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, who died at the age of 81 on March 14, 2024.

Born on July 5, 1935, Oba Olakulehin was installed by Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, after rising through the ranks of the Ibadan traditional hierarchy from the Balogun line of succession.

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