Ooni of ife new wife wedding
You're referring to the recent wedding of Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, to his new wife, Mariam Eshinlokun Anako!
The traditional wedding ceremony took place on February 29, 2020, at the Mapo Hall in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. The event was attended by dignitaries from across the country, including traditional rulers, politicians, and celebrities.
Here are some interesting facts about the wedding:
- First wife, Queen Silekunola: Ooni of Ife's first wife, Queen Silekunola, was absent from the wedding ceremony. The couple had a publicized separation in 2020, and Queen Silekunola has since been living apart from the monarch.
- New wife, Mariam Anako: Mariam Eshinlokun Anako is a businesswoman and a mother of two. She hails from the Awori clan of Lagos State and is said to be a devout Christian.
- Traditional attire: The Ooni of Ife wore a traditional attire designed by a renowned Nigerian fashion designer, Frank Osodi, while his new wife wore a stunning lace outfit designed by another prominent designer, Yemi Osunkoya.
- Cultural performances: The wedding ceremony featured traditional Yoruba cultural performances, including drumming, dancing, and chanting by local artists.
- Guest list: The guest list included notable figures such as the Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu; the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi; and the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, among others.
- Charity donation: As part of the wedding celebrations, the Ooni of Ife donated N10 million to the Oyo State Government to support the development of education and healthcare in the state.
The wedding ceremony was a grand celebration of Yoruba culture and tradition, and it marked a new chapter in the life of the Ooni of Ife and his new wife, Mariam Anako.