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• With this framework, the sky is our starting point, says Olubadan
By Oluseye Ojo
Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, has expressed optimism that the much-anticipated economic turnaround of Ibadan will soon become a reality, following the signing of a comprehensive economic blueprint designed to accelerate the city’s development.
The monarch said the economic transformation of Ibadan was only a matter of time, expressing confidence that the document would provide a solid framework for unlocking the city’s vast economic and investment potentials.
Oba Ladoja spoke at his palace, Oke-Aremo, Ibadan, shortly after signing the economic charter prepared by the Olubadan Economic and Investment Committee, chaired by two-time former minister, Chief (Mrs) Onikepo Akande, with former Head of Service of the Federation, Prof Dapo Afolabi, as co-chairman.
The monarch, who described the document as a comprehensive economic charter, said it would guide the planning and implementation of development programmes in critical sectors of the economy, including agriculture, mining, tourism, security and industry.
He commended members of the committee for their painstaking efforts and sacrifices over the past year in developing the blueprint, expressing optimism that its implementation would reposition Ibadan for accelerated economic growth.
According to the Olubadan, with the framework now in place, the possibilities for Ibadan’s development are limitless: “With this framework at hand, even the sky is the starting point for Ibadan.”
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Akande expressed appreciation to the monarch for considering members of the committee worthy of the responsibility, describing the assignment as an opportunity to contribute to the economic advancement of Ibadanland. She commended Ladoja for the initiative, noting the importance of providing a structured economic direction for the city.
Similarly, Afolabi praised members of the committee for their commitment and sacrifices of time, resources and expertise towards producing the economic charter.
Ambassador Akinremi Bolaji said the presentation marked the beginning of a more demanding phase of the assignment, stressing that the success of the initiative would require collective commitment and support. He urged all stakeholders to put their hands on deck to ensure that the blueprint translated into tangible economic development for Ibadan.
The presentation was witnessed by prominent members of the Olubadan-in-Council, including Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola; Otun Balogun, Oba Kolawole Adegbola; Osi Olubadan, Oba Abiodun Kola-Daisi and Osi Balogun, Oba Abiodun Azeez Agagagugu. Others were Asipa Olubadan, Oba Hamidu Ajibade; Ekerin Olubadan, Oba Adebayo Akande and Ekarun Balogun, Chief Adeniran.
Minister of Power, Mogaji Joseph Tegbe, was also among the dignitaries, who witnessed the presentation, alongside virtually all members of the Olubadan Economic and Investment Committee.
The economic charter is expected to provide a strategic framework for harnessing Ibadan’s economic opportunities and driving development across key sectors.
