Ibadan Welcomes Its 44th Olubadan: Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja, A Man of Power, Politics, and Prestige

History is unfolding in Ibadan, the political headquarters and heartbeat of Yorubaland, as the city prepares to crown its 44th Olubadan, Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja. This moment is not just about tradition; it is about the convergence of culture, politics, and influence in the largest indigenous city in West Africa.

Ibadan is not just getting a king. It is getting a kingmaker.

Ibadan: The Nerve Centre of Yoruba Civilization

For centuries, Ibadan has stood tall as the military, political, and cultural fortress of the Yoruba people. Born out of resilience and brilliance, Ibadan has produced leaders, warriors, intellectuals, and reformers who shaped not just the Yoruba identity but Nigeria at large.
From its legendary war generals to its trailblazing politicians, Ibadan has always been the city where power and history are written. And now, the city is once again on the global stage as it crowns a monarch with an unmatched résumé in Nigeria’s modern history.

Who is Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja?

Unlike many traditional rulers who ascend thrones solely by heritage, Ladoja brings into the Olubadan stool
a remarkable blend of wealth, political reach, and influence.

• A Business Mogul: His name rings across Nigeria’s corporate world, with investments and interests that have stood the test of time.

• A Political Force: As a senator and former governor of Oyo State, he has navigated the corridors of power at the highest levels, building alliances that cut across party lines and regions.

• A Bridge Between Tradition and Modernity: The Ankara-wearing governor, Ladoja, represents a rare kind of leader, one with deep roots in Yoruba tradition yet firmly connected to Nigeria’s current political and economic realities.

Why This Matters

The Olubadan stool has always been one of the most respected in Yoruba land because of its unique merit-based ascension system, where no one is born king but must patiently climb the traditional ladder. In Ladoja, Ibadan is crowning not only a custodian of culture but also a man whose voice carries weight nationally.
At a time when Nigeria faces political realignments and economic shifts, the new Olubadan stands as a figure whose influence could redefine the role of traditional rulers in shaping discourse and unity.

The Future of Ibadan Under Ladoja

With his network, resources, and statesmanship, Ibadan is poised to reclaim its central role in Yoruba civilization, not only as a historical city but as a hub of modern development and political significance. For the Yoruba nation, this coronation is more than a ceremony; it is a reawakening of Ibadan’s age-old role as the power capital of the Southwest.

BRIGHTON TO ANNOUNCE MOISES CAICEDO'S REPLACEMENT

Following the transfer drama involving currently Brighton FC player Moises Caicedo and some London based football clubs, Arsenal and Chelsea, scouts at Brighton are playing all the cards in their hands to ensure that the club is not stranded once the inevitable happened.

Recall that the player involved went public to pen an emotional letter, thanking Mr Bloom and the club for the opportunity and exposure to the premier league...

Time Management

Time is a Currency for a Purpose driven LIFE.

Time management is an important quality that you will need to have as a purposeful person. Time management will allows self organization and ensure works are done effectively (we are what we are as a result of what we have done or left undone). 

It is very easy to give in to procrastination when working alone. There are only as many days in the year as you make use of. One man gets only a week's value out of a year while another man gets a full year's value out of week.

You can never hope to be successful in life adventures until you are the master at time management. A good time management skill is an asset like no other for a purpose driven LIFE.

As humans, we find yourself juggling many responsibilities that come with deadlines. And if you are sloppy at time management and cannot wisely allocate the perfect amount of time for each job then you will hardly accomplish anything, you remember JACK (of all trades)??. 

 N.B, WORK EXPANDS TO FILL THE TIME AVAILABLE. SO DON'T GIVE IT TIME TO EXPAND!. 

 #work #job #socialwork #timemanagement #socialimpact #management #education

Geno-Compartibility Note to Her

Came across this just yesterday, and it brought back the memory of one of my favorite quotes during my Junior Secondary school years, JSS 2 and 3. 

This period was when boys and girls started getting conscious of their sexuality.

The quote is about "seeing a flower you like and admire, but the admiration really, should end there as admiration, the moment you decide to possess it, that is, pluck or transplant, the flower withers, loses form and dies..." 

This had a deeper meaning to me than just a quote. 

It means, even at that little age of 12 or 13, people should see young girls or girls in general and just admirable and care for them rather than wanting to "possess" or own them. 

This was one of the reasons I barely want to express my feelings to girls whose paths cross early in life... 

To validate my view of the quote, I watched fine little girls fall victim to early boyfriend/girlfriend relationships and in a matter of one, two, three months, the boys are not interested again, making some of these girls, just like the flower, withers, while others become addicted to and develop "I must be with a boy" mentality. 

Apparently, the world doesn't operate through Uncle Bm's manual.

Yeah, I grew to become comfortable with self-given Uncle BM appellation partly because of my self-aware predisposition to "a seemingly mature stances" always want to listen and encourage, but hey, it could be about cruise too...

Why am I doing all this, Shalaye, I don't know... but let's round up by saying this, (hopefully for the last time 🙏🏾) that,

I love you unequivocally, like never before, ready to take all the chances, taking on the world and probabilities

. Be with, beside, in front, and behind as it becomes expedient in our quest to make meaning out of our existence...

And yes, it's how I felt knowing that it will not always turn out as I feel😔 

Good Morning

Healthy Relationship

I am yet to see a life more beautiful than that of a person who keeps healthy friendship.

Pay attention to little details. They are the lifeline of an health relationship.

Good morning.

Bm Cares

Great friendship

Great friendship means a little heart that never hates,

A cute smile that never fades,

A smooth touch that never shakes
&
A strong relationship that never breaks.

Good morning.

Bm_Cares

Thank you for the lives touched.

Thank you for touching lives in ways you may never know.

Riches do not lie in material wealth but in having gifting people like you.

You're indeed a precious gift from God!

Good morning.

Bm Cares