As the Otun Olubadan, the highest-ranking chief in the civil line, Ladoja is positioned first in line for the throne under the unique rotational system that governs the Ibadan traditional leadership.
The Governor received the delegation from the family of the late traditional ruler, which included the former President-General of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) and Aare Mayegun of Ibadanland, Chief Bayo Oyero; younger brother of the deceased Olubadan, Mr Osuolale Owolabi Olakulehin; and son of the deceased, Aremo Olasumbo Owolabi.
In a statement released by the family, they acknowledged the
shock that greeted Rufai’s sudden demise but noted their gratitude to God for
the impactful and illustrious life he lived.
“With total submission to the will of Almighty God, it is with a heavy heart that we announce the transition to glory of our father and brother, the legendary former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Prince Peter ‘Dodo Mayana’ Rufai,” the family said.
On 26 June 2025, the Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, renamed The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Oyo State after Omololu Olunloyo, a late former governor of the old Oyo state.
