Late Olubadan Sets For Burial Today, Markets Shut

 

All is set for the burial ceremony of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital.

The late Oba Olakulehin, who was the 43rd Olubadan, died on July 7, 2025, two days after his 90th birthday.

Ahead of the burial ceremony, all markets in Ibadanland had been directed to remain closed on Friday morning as from 5am to 12noon, to honour the departed monarch

The late Olubadan will be buried today, August 8, at the St Peter’s Cathedral, Aremo, Ibadan.

Governor Seyi Makinde is to lead the list of dignitaries and notable guests including sons and daughters of Ibadanland.