ooni of ife

The Digest: In a dramatic escalation of a royal feud, the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, has levied severe allegations against the Ooni of Ife, claiming he was the target of a multi-year plot involving a romantic setup and attempted assassination. The accusations, detailed in a viral...

The Digest: Amid his public dispute with the Ooni of Ife over the Okanlomo title, Alaafin of Oyo, Abimbola Owoade, has reaffirmed his commitment to preserving Yoruba culture and tradition, emphasizing that he is not engaged in any supremacy battle. Key Points: Alaafin Owoade calls himself...

The Digest: The Ooni of Ife’s spokesperson, Moses Olafare, responded to the Alaafin of Oyo’s 48-hour ultimatum regarding a chieftaincy title, describing it as “an empty threat from a dead empire.” Olafare emphasized the Ooni’s focus on development rather than supremacy battles. Key Points...

The Digest: Abimbola Owoade, the Alaafin of Oyo, has disputed the Ooni of Ife’s authority to grant the Okanlomo of Yorubaland title to businessman Dotun Sanusi. Owoade has demanded that the title be revoked within 48 hours or face serious consequences. Key Points: Alaafin of Oyo challenges...

The Digest: A proposed Senate bill to elevate the Ooni of Ife and Sultan of Sokoto over other traditional rulers has sparked nationwide controversy. Critics argue that the bill threatens Nigeria’s federal structure, igniting debates about fairness, unity, and ethnic equality. Key Points: Bill...