Keji Mustapha
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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Oyo State Command, has deployed 500 personnel to provide comprehensive security coverage for the coronation of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.
The historic event is scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025, at Mapo Hall, Ibadan, with a grand reception at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium. Security deployment will extend to all activities marking the weeklong coronation, which began on September 22 and will conclude on October 3, 2025.
The Commandant General of NSCDC, Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, OFR, directed the deployment to guarantee law and order, protect lives and property, and ensure peaceful celebrations. Personnel drawn from specialized units, including the Armed Squad, Counter-Terrorist Unit, and Intelligence and Investigation Department, will be stationed across major venues such as Mapo Hall, Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, the Olubadan Palace, and other strategic points in Ibadanland.
Speaking on the preparedness of the Corps, the Oyo State Commandant, Augustine Padonu, said:
“Our personnel are strategically positioned to secure all venues and routes linked to the coronation, including the Cultural Fiesta, Coronation Lecture, the main Coronation ceremony, and the Thanksgiving Service. We are working closely with other security agencies to ensure a smooth, hitch-free celebration that reflects the cultural significance of Ibadanland.”
In addition to manpower deployment, NSCDC has rolled out advanced crowd control measures, traffic management strategies, and surveillance operations to forestall potential risks. The high-profile ceremony is expected to attract dignitaries such as His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu; the Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde; traditional rulers; government functionaries; and other eminent personalities from across Nigeria.
The Corps has urged residents and participants to cooperate with security operatives, comply with safety protocols, and promptly report any suspicious activities.
The Oyo State Command of NSCDC reaffirms its dedication to preserving the rich cultural heritage of Ibadanland and ensuring that the coronation of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, is celebrated in peace, unity, and security.
