As the coronation of the new Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, comes up on Friday, July 12, major events have been lined up to make the occasion a memorable one.
This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, in a statement on Friday, July 5, while rejoicing with Oba Olakulehin who turned 89 on behalf of the state government.
The commissioner said that the new palace would be commissioned by His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde, next Wednesday, July 10.
The ultramodern historic palace, sitting magnificently on Oke-Aremo, which completion had been delayed for so long, would be the new official home of subsequent Olubadans starting with Oba Olakulehin.
According to the commissioner, “the new palace is a symbol of tradition and modernity, bonding the rich cultural heritage and legacy of the Yorubas.”
On Thursday, July 11, the Commissioner said that the maiden edition of the Egungun-Amala-Fuji Festival will hold at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan.
The festival, convened by the State Ministry of Culture and Tourism, is a fusion of traditional masquerade performance, delicious food and soul-stirring fuji music that showcase the cultural richness of Yoruba people.
The coronation event on Friday begins at the Labosinde compound, Ibadan where the new Olubadan will receive the traditional leaves and other rites before moving to neighbouring Osemeji where he will receive his crown.
Thereafter, Kabiyesi will be coronated and presented with the Staff of Office by His Governor Seyi Makinde at Mapo Hall, Ibadan.
