The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has joined his ancestors barely a year after his ascendancy to the throne.
The monarch, who ascended the throne in July 2024, died in the early hours of Monday, July 7, 2025.
Oba Olakulehin, born July 5, 1935, died barely two days after celebrating his 90th birthday.
He received the staff of office from Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on July 12, 2024, as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland after a slight delay caused by his then I’ll health.
Oba Olakulehin ascended the throne from the chieftancy rung of Balogun Olubadan, following the demise of Oba (Dr.) Moshood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, who died at the age of 81 years on March 14, 2024.
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