Separate Politics From Traditional Rulership - Obasanjo Tells Ladoja

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has congratulated the 44th Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Abdul-Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja, ahead of his coronation ceremony slated for Friday.

According to the former leader, the traditional stool required humility, patience, divine wisdom and tolerance to succeed in the exalted position.

Obasanjo, in a congratulatory letter issued by his Special Assistant on Media, Kehinde Akinyemi, wished Ladoja a long reign.

The former president, who is presently in New York for the 80th United Nations (UN) General Assembly session, told the former governor turned monarch to separate politics from tradition in his dealings on the throne.

“Although the formal elevation of you to the throne as Olubadan of Ibadan has not been made, by convention, the announcement which should only be a formality should come sooner than later.

“Meanwhile, I take this opportunity to congratulate you in advance of formal announcement. Ade a pe lori, bata a pe lese.

“It is an exalted and responsible position to be traditional ruler of all Ibadan people. It requires humility, patience, divine wisdom, tolerance and advice from wide and varied quarters to succeed.

“Traditional rulership does not compete or conflict with political rulership. I wish you all the best and the grace, guide and direction of Almighty God.”