Rep. Oseni Commends Folarin, Sanusi on Elevation in Ibadan Chieftaincy Hierarchy

Hon. Engr. Aderemi Oseni, Member of the House of Representatives for Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency and Chairman of the House Committee on the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Senator Teslim Kolawole Folarin and Engr. Jubril Dotun Sanusi on their recent elevation within the Ibadan traditional chieftaincy structure. In a statement released on Friday by his media team, and shared with the press, Hon. Oseni described the conferment of higher traditional titles by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin (Ige Olakulehin I), as both “well-deserved and emblematic of their unwavering commitment to societal development.”

Senator Folarin, a former Senate Leader, has been elevated to the position of Aare-Alaasa Olubadan of Ibadanland, from his previous title of Ikolaba Olubadan. Likewise, Engr. Sanusi has been named the Ajia Olubadan of Ibadanland, having previously held the title of Jagunmolu Olubadan.

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Hon. Oseni hailed both individuals as “illustrious ambassadors of Ibadanland,” applauding their exceptional contributions to public service, entrepreneurship, and community advancement.
“Senator Folarin and Engineer Sanusi exemplify purposeful leadership and service. Their elevation by the revered Olubadan underscores the significant impact they have made and continue to make across various spheres,” Oseni noted.

He also offered prayers for continued wisdom, strength, and divine guidance for the newly elevated chiefs as they assume expanded traditional roles.

These honours reflect not only personal achievements but collective pride for Ibadanland and the wider Yoruba nation. May their new roles usher in an era of greater peace, unity, and prosperity,” he added.