Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Owolabi Olakulehin
By OLA MODUPE, Ibadan –
The remains of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, are set to be buried on Friday.
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State is expected to lead dignitaries from across the country to St. Peter’s Church, Aremo, Ibadan, for the funeral service of the 43rd Olubadan.
Book presentation in tribute
A book presentation in honour of the late Olubadan, titled “ _How Not to Be a King”,_ will be held on Friday during the funeral reception at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan.
According to Olubadan Palace Press Secretary Chief Solomon Ayoade, the book “x-rays the life and times of Olakulehin.”
“The book presentation was initially penned down to mark Oba Olakulehin’s 90th birthday and his coronation anniversary, but Kabiyesi’s demise on July 7 was responsible for the postponement.”
Tributes to the late Olubadan
Chief Ayoade said the late Olubadan was known for his commitment to the unity and progress of Ibadanland.
“It also features personal reflections and testimonies from family members, friends, associates, and members of the Olubadan Advisory Council,” he said regarding the book.
*Funeral Build-up*
Various activities are currently taking place at the late Olubadan’s residence in Alalubosa GRA, Aleshiloye, and the Central Palace in Oke Aremo as a build-up to the funeral.
