The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, addresses the trial of his estranged wife, Naomi Silekunola, over a tragic Ibadan charity event that claimed 32 lives. While refraining from legal intervention, the monarch prays for her vindication, emphasizing her charitable intentions and past successes...
Queen Naomi’s mother has apologized following the tragic Ibadan funfair stampede that claimed 35 lives. Speaking with Daddy Freeze, she expressed regret and pledged to personally visit the victims’ families. The event, held hours before its scheduled start, ended in chaos. Investigations into...
Following the tragic Ibadan funfair stampede that killed 35 children, Ooni of Ife’s ex-queen, Prophetess Naomi, was hospitalized after collapsing. She and broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat were detained for their roles in organizing the event. Naomi's condition is stable, and she is receiving medical...
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, praised former President Muhammadu Buhari for his dedication to Nigeria during his presidency. During a visit to Buhari’s Daura home, the monarch highlighted his good health and leadership contributions, emphasizing the importance of unity and strong...
On December 11, 2024, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, visited former President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, Katsina State. The visit was followed by a tour of the historic Daura Emir’s Palace. Bashir Ahmad, Buhari's ex-media aide, shared photos and details of the visit on social media.
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The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, unveiled a golden statue of First Lady Oluremi Tinubu at Obafemi Awolowo University, celebrating her contributions to education and women's empowerment.
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, recently unveiled a golden statue of First Lady Oluremi Tinubu...
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu urges Nigerian youths to embrace hard work, asserting that "there is no food for the lazy man." Speaking at the Ooni of Ife's palace, she emphasizes the government's commitment to economic stabilization while inaugurating new facilities at Ọbafẹmi Awolọwọ University...
Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and his wife Folashade Ashley Adegoke have welcomed a baby boy. Announcing the joyful news on social media, the Ooni confirmed that both mother and child are doing well. This birth follows the arrival of twins with his third wife, Tobi Philips, six months earlier...
Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, urges youths to allow more time for the Federal Government to address Nigeria’s economic crisis, citing global inflation. He supports peaceful protests but warns against property damage, emphasizing that hardship is a global issue and protests should avoid...
In a viral video, a man claims to be the son of Ooni of Ife, sparking controversy. The palace swiftly refutes the assertion, labeling him an impostor.I
A video circulating online features a middle-aged man claiming to be the son of Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, the Ooni of Ife. Clad in traditional...
Oba Ewuare II, the Oba of Benin, has taken action against six traditional functionaries for their allegiance pledge to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi.
The suspended aides include Johnbull Igbinosun, Iduhonre (Ihogbe), S.E. Aigbiremwen, Efesieoghoba (Ogbelaka), Ogbeide Osagie, and...
Former President Goodluck Jonathan, alongside other notable figures, has thrown his weight behind the establishment of state police in Nigeria, asserting its necessity amid rising security concerns. This endorsement came during a "National Dialogue on the Establishment of State Police," convened...
The Ooni of Ifè, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, sparked controversy by asserting that every woman possesses a manipulative spirit, equating it to witchcraft, during a visit by the cast of the Real Housewives of Lagos to his palace. Hosting members like Toyin Lawani, Iyabo Ojo, Tania Omotayo, Mariam Timmer...
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has asserted that the Igbo race originated from Ile-Ife, presenting documented evidence to support this claim. Speaking ahead of an International Conference on 'Ile-Ife and Yoruba Civilization: Nexus between Tradition and Modernity' at his palace in Ife...
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has urged Nigerians to pray for President Bola Tinubu's government as the nation grapples with severe challenges. The Yoruba monarch stressed the need for spiritual intervention during these trying times.
Ooni Ogunwusi stated, "I will pray for...
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