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Speaker Abbas hails Oba Ladoja on 81st birthday, installation as 44th Olubadan
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The Speaker of the House of Representatives Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has congratulated former Governor of Oyo State, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, on the occasion of his 81st birthday and coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.
While Oba Ladoja clocked 81 on Thursday, he will be crowned Olubadan on Friday.
The Speaker, in a congratulatory message issued through his Chief Press Secretary, Leke Olatunji Baiyewu, on Thursday described Oba Ladoja as one who possesses natural leadership qualities which has been exhibited in his political and traditional positions.
Speaker Abbas said Oba Ladoja is not just an elder statesman but a peace-loving bridge-builder whose reign as Olubadan promises to bring prosperity and unity to Ibadan and the Yoruba race by extension.
The Speaker noted that Oba Ladoja’s coronation as Olubadan comes at a time when he is pushing for a constitutional role for traditional rulers in the 1999 Constitution. He therefore seeks the support of the new Olubadan in the push for monarchs’ recognition in the ongoing review of the Constitution by the National Assembly and State Houses of Assembly.
As a Prince of the Zazzau Emirate with royal blood, the Speaker expressed his commitment to the welfare of monarchs, noting that the 10th House under his leadership will continue to support causes that will empower traditional institutions.
While congratulating the people of Ibadan on the emergence of a new king, Speaker Abbas urged all stakeholders to support Oba Ladoja during his reign as Olubadan.
Comedian, AYo Makun, professionally known as AY, has spoken about the late Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo’s final moments.
Recall that Alex Ekubo died in Lagos hospital on Monday, May 11 2026, after a long battle with cancer.
Alex, who was diagnosed with stage four liver cancer in 2024, underwent a transplant.
In 2026, the liver failed again, and he died from complications hours after being placed on life support.
Speaking about Alex’s final moments in an Instagram post, Comedian AY, who was present at the hospital, revealed that Alex was smiling when he breathed his last breath.
“Some losses do not feel real no matter how many times you try to process them. Still struggling with the reality that you are gone, Alex.
From the laughter to the conversations, the random moments, the brotherhood, and all the memories we shared in this industry. This one hurts deeply.
“I was there. I saw you still smiling even in death. I saw the tears from friends and family. And honestly, a part of me is still in shock. Rest well my brother. You will be remembered beyond the lights, the cameras, and the fame”, AY wrote.
Also, Alex Ekubo’s friend, Godwin Nnadiekwe, revealed that Alex prepared his will before his death.
Godwin wrote on his Instagram story “Alex Ekubo. To think you already prepared your will, It’s a heartbreak I can’t quite describe. Rest well, my friend.”
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has sentenced former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to 75 years in prison for stealing public funds totalling about N33.8 billion.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, brought the case before the court.
Mamman was accused of money laundering and conspiracy involving funds meant for the Zungeru and Mambilla hydroelectric power projects.
The ruling marks a major escalation from the earlier stage, where the court only dismissed his no-case submission and ordered him to open his defence.
More details soon…
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