In the vibrant heart of Ibadan, where dreams take flight, A new dawn unfurls, casting shadows to light.
With Ọba Ladoja, the harbinger of grace, the future awakens in this hallowed space.
A custodian of culture, a bridge to our past,
His reign, a promise of growth, a vision steadfast.
From senator’s halls to the governor’s chair,
Now crowned Olúbàdàn, with wisdom to share.
With rivers of insight that flow through the land,
And honor entwined, his leadership stands.
A rich tapestry woven from threads of the old,
Tradition and change in a dance, bold and gold.
In a world ever shifting, where tempests may roam, his path, a beacon, guiding us home.
Cultural festivals flourish, artisans bloom,
In the spirit of unity, dispelling all gloom.
As global tides surge, our roots he will keep;
In laughter and song, our pride runs deep.
An economic revival, a vibrant refrain,
With hands joined together, we’ll weather the rain.
New jobs and opportunities, infrastructure anew,
In the heart of Ibadan, hope’s vision is true.
A voice for the voiceless, he stands tall and grand,
Advocating for justice, his vision well-planned.
For education, for health, for security’s grace,
In the corridors of power, he’ll strengthen our place.
In diversity’s embrace, our strength we will find,
With unity guiding, our spirits aligned.
A clarion call for participation; together we rise,
In the light of his leadership, our dreams touch the skies.
So let us gather, with hearts open wide,
Embracing the journey, with Ọba as our guide.
For the future of Ibadan is radiant and clear;
In this new chapter of promise, together we steer.
With the wisdom of a leader and a heart full of dreams, we’ll build a bright future—or so it seems.
