Ibadan: The late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, will be buried on Friday. It is expected that Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State will lead dignitaries across the country to St. Peter’s Church, Aremo, Ibadan, for the funeral service of the 43rd Olubadan.

According to News Agency of Nigeria, Chief Solomon Ayoade, a book presentation in honor of the late Olubadan would also be held on Friday. He mentioned that the presentation of the book, titled ‘How Not to Be a King’, would be conducted during the funeral reception at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan.

‘The book presentation was initially penned down to mark Oba Olakulehin’s 90th birthday and his coronation anniversary, but Kabiyesi’s demise on July 7 was responsible for the postponement,’ Ayoade said. According to him, the book examines the life and times of Olakulehin and features personal reflections and testimonies from family members, friends, associates, and members of the Olubadan Advisory Council.

The palace press secretary added that the late Olubadan was known for his commitment to the unity and progress of Ibadanland. NAN reports that, as a build-up to the funeral, various activities are currently taking place at the late Olubadan’s residence in Alalubosa GRA, Aleshiloye, and the Central Palace in Oke Aremo.