New ooni of ife palace
You're referring to the Ooni of Ife, the traditional monarch of the Yoruba kingdom of Ile-Ife in Nigeria!
As of 2021, the current Ooni of Ife is Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (Ojaja II). He was crowned on December 7, 2015, following the death of his predecessor, Oba Okunade Sijuwade.
Oba Ogunwusi is a descendant of the ancient royal family of Ile-Ife and has been working to promote the cultural heritage and traditions of the Yoruba people. He has also been involved in various initiatives to promote peace, unity, and economic development in the region.
Some of his notable achievements include:
- Revitalizing the ancient Ife Empire's cultural heritage through various initiatives, such as the establishment of the Ooni's Palace Museum and the Ife Cultural Festival.
- Promoting peace and unity among the Yoruba people and other ethnic groups in Nigeria.
- Supporting education and economic development in the region through various projects and initiatives.
- Strengthening the traditional institutions of the Yoruba people, including the Ooni's Palace and the Ife Council of Chiefs.
Overall, Oba Ogunwusi has been working to maintain the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Yoruba people while also promoting peace, unity, and development in the region.