We’re ready to support NGO aiming at contributing to the development of Ibadanland

Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja (Arusa1) has assured any Non-Governmental Organisation, NGO, ready to contribute to the development of Ibadanland of his support.

According to the monarch, No government all over the world can meet the needs of its teeming population alone, thus the support of Non Governmental organizations are not only required but needed.

Olubadan stated this when both the Executive Members of Rotary International District 9126 and AL- Basar International Foundation (Maikkah Specialist Eye Hospital) Ibadan paid courtesy visits at his palace,Oke Aremo, Ibadan.

Ayoade Solomon Olugbemiga the Chief Press Secretary to Olubadan of Ibadanland in a statement quoted the monarch strongly admiring the 4 – way test of Rotary International: Is it truth, is it fair to all concerned, will it build goodwill and better friendship and will it be beneficial to all concerned,the 4 – way test is the ethical guide used by Rotarians worldwide in their personal and professional lives which can be applied in people’s daily activities , the monarch further stressed

The Arusa 1 commended the philanthropic activities of the Rotary Club in the areas medical outreach, eradication of diseases such as polio, guinea worms and provision of social amenities like sinking of bore holes among others

The Governor of Rotary International District 9126, Rotarians Funke Akpo Batife expressed the gratitude of the team to Oba Ladoja for warm reception accorded them within the short notice of their visit

The District Governor disclosed that all the humanitarian activities of Kabiyesi didn’t go unnoticed especially in the areas of dispute settlement, support for the needies, provision of social services which encouraged the Rotary International to induct him as the honourary member, consequently, the monarch was inducted and a membership certificate was given to the king

In a related matter, the Executive Members of Al Basar International Foundation Maikkah Specialist Eye Hospital led by Azamat Saa, a medical doctor appreciated Oba Ladoja for his love for the progress and development of Ibadanland since his enthronement as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland

Azamat used the occasion to invite Olubadan to the Grand Commissioning Ceremony of Maikkah Specialist Eye Hospital at Elebu junction, Alao Akala Express Way, Ibadan on 10th June,2026

Gracing the occasion were Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Abimbola Ajibola, Otun Balogun of Ibadanland Oba Kolawole Adegbola, Osi Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba Abiodun Kola Daisi, Ashipa Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba Salawudeen Amidu Ajibade, Ekerin Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba Muritala Adebayo Akande, Ekerin Balogun of Ibadanland Oba Akeem Mobolaji Adewoyin, Ekarun Balogun of Ibadanland Oba Sarafadeen Abiodun Alli.