Tunde Odulaja
2 days ago
The Lapo Ekun of Ijebu Ode, Chief Tunde Odulaja, has mourned the passing of Chief Mrs. Kuburat Adebisi Edonseri (popularly known as Cash Madam), who passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2024, at the age of 89.
14 Oct
The Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba (Dr) Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Ogbagba II, at the weekend, installed Tunde Odulaja as the Lapo-Ekun of Ijebu Ode.
13 Oct
The ancient city of Ijebu Ode was practically locked down at the weekend as people from across the globe stormed the city for the installation of Tunde Odulaja as the Lapo-Ekun of Ijebu Ode.
1 Oct
The Lapo Ekun-elect in Ijebu-Ode, Tunde Odulaja, has pledged that Ijasi in Ijebu-Ode will continue to thrive as a community under his reign, saying that his vision for the people is to see Ijebu being vibrant in their commercial ventures and more people being educated.
30 Sep
The traditional rites for the installation of a new Lapo Ekun of Ijebu Ode has began, with the elect, Tunde Odulaja, going into seclusion for seven days, which will culminate into a proper coronation on Saturday 12th of October, 2024.
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