Title: Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland 

Lineage: Otun Line

Full Name: HRM Oba Senator Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja 

Date of Birth: September 25, 1944 

Place of Birth: Gambari, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria 

Nationality: Nigerian

Family Background:

Father: Alhaji Aruna Ladoja, a successful cocoa trader in Ibadan.

Mother: Alhaja Haleemat Ladoja, a community leader known for her philanthropic activities.

Spouse: Alhaja Mutiat Olayinka Ladoja, actively involved in community and social development projects.

Children: Six children, including Kamorudeen, Bashirat, Omotola, Adetokunbo, Azeez, and Rasheed.

Educational Background:

Primary Education: Ibadan City Council Primary School, Ibadan

Secondary Education: Olivet Baptist High School, Oyo

Tertiary Education: University of Liège, Belgium, Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and undertake various courses in industrial management and engineering.

Professional Career:

Before entering the political and traditional arenas, High Chief Rasidi Ladoja established himself as an accomplished engineer and businessman. He has been instrumental in various sectors, leveraging his expertise to drive economic growth and development.

Engineering and Business Ventures:

Nigerian Breweries PLC: Engineer

Total Nigeria PLC: Senior Engineer

 Entrepreneurial Endeavours: Ladoja Group

Philanthropy: Ladoja Foundation – Established to support education and healthcare initiatives across Oyo State. Provides scholarships and funds healthcare facilities to improve the well-being of underserved communities.

Political Career: High Chief Rasidi Ladoja is a prominent figure in Nigerian politics, most notably for his tenure as the Governor of Oyo State (May 29, 2003 – January 12, 2006, and December 12, 2006 – May 29, 2007). His political career is marked by impactful policies and reforms that have contributed to the state’s development.

Traditional Leadership: High Chief Rasidi Ladoja’s elevation to the traditional chieftaincy underscores his dedication to cultural preservation and community leadership in Ibadanland. He became Otun Olubadan on March 4, 2024. He is a senior chief in the Olubadan line of succession, holding significant influence and responsibility within the traditional hierarchy. His position as Otun Olubadan is a vital role in the traditional council, involving governance, cultural preservation, and conflict resolution within Ibadanland. As a key member of the Olubadan-in-Council, he advises on critical matters impacting governance and development. He actively participates in policy-making processes that affect the welfare and cultural heritage of Ibadanland.