Former Ogun State Governor and current Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial District, Gbenga Daniel, on Monday paid a courtesy visit to the Olubadan designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, at his Bodija private residence in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, to congratulate him on his impending coronation as Olubadan of Ibadanland.
During the visit, Ladoja expressed his amazement at the continuous stream of high-profile visitors paying homage to him, saying he was “overwhelmed by the number of dignitaries who have been coming to pay homage across Nigeria.”
Daniel praised Ladoja’s multifaceted achievements, describing him as “a great politician, a great businessman, a shipowner, and a great governor.” He recalled their shared experience as governors, noting that among the five governors elected in the South-West region at the time, both he and Ladoja had cooperative backgrounds.
“When they wanted to capitalise bank, Ladoja’s contribution was so meaningful that it led to Wema Bank becoming a national bank,” Daniel explained, highlighting the business acumen of the Olubadan designate.
Daniel acknowledged that his visit was purely ceremonial, emphasising their readiness to support the upcoming coronation ceremony.
In response to the overwhelming show of respect, the humble Olubadan designate requested prayers from his visitors, saying, “You should all pray for me because I’m overwhelmed by the number of dignitaries who have been coming to pay homage across Nigeria.”
The continuous stream of high-profile visits underscores the respect and recognition Ladoja commands across Nigeria’s political landscape as he prepares to ascend the revered Olubadan throne.
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