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The Digest:

President Bola Tinubu made a Legacy Affirmation, stating that the history of the Yoruba race would have been incomplete had he not won the last election. Speaking at the 8th day Fidau prayers for the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Tinubu credited the monarch's blessings and support for his success. This declaration invites us to explore the intersection of political ambition, traditional blessings, and perceived historical destiny.

Key Points:
  • President Bola Tinubu claimed Yoruba history hinged on his election victory.
  • He spoke at the Fidau prayers for the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona.
  • The Awujale, a longtime friend of late President Buhari, recently passed at 91.
  • Tinubu revealed the monarch had urged him to run for president and assured him of victory.
  • He explicitly stated his success was due to the Awujale's support and blessing.
  • The Awujale was one of Nigeria's longest-serving monarchs, reigning 64 years.
President Tinubu's Legacy Affirmation at the Awujale's Fidau emphasizes a deep connection between his political success and traditional endorsements. This narrative frames his victory as a crucial chapter in Yoruba history, reinforcing the perceived intertwining of spiritual and political destinies.


Sources: Daily Post Nigeria