By DAVID ADEOYE

The late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, will be buried on Friday, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports on Thursday.

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 the Olubadan Palace Press Secretary, Chief Solomon Ayoade, a book presentation in honour of the late Olubadan would also be held on Friday.

He said that the presentation of the book, titled “How Not to Be a King”, would be held 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 x-rays the life and times of Olakulehin.

“It also features personal reflections and testimonies from family members, friends, associates, and members of the Olubadan Advisory Council,” he said.

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. (NAN)