Akpabio reveals only state that will be created in Nigeria based on popular demand
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed support for the creation of Ibadan State, calling it “the only state in Nigeria that is needed by popular demand.”
He made the remarks during a visit to the private residence of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja.
The visit follows months after Oba Ladoja asked President Bola Tinubu to establish Ibadan State during his installation as the 44th Olubadan.
He succeeded the late 43rd Olubadan, who passed away in July 2025 at the age of 90.
During the presentation of his Staff of Office by Governor Seyi Makinde, Ladoja appealed to the president to act on the creation of the state before 2027.
Accompanied by senators including Adamu Aliero, Yahaya Abdulahi, and Sharafadeen Ali, Akpabio said the issue would receive attention in the Senate.
He also described Oba Ladoja as “a blessing to Ibadanland and the entire South-West” and said that his experience as a former governor and senator would benefit his people.
Oba Ladoja welcomed the visit and repeated his request for Ibadan State, saying, “My people want Ibadan State, and I urge you to use your office to ensure its actualisation.”
He also called for constitutional recognition of traditional institutions to stop the removal of rulers by governors.
