Ooni of ife news

Ooni of Ife! Here are some recent news updates about the Ooni of Ife, a traditional monarch in Nigeria:

Recent News

  1. Ooni of Ife's 51st Birthday Celebration: The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, celebrated his 51st birthday on September 17, 2022, with a grand ceremony at the Ooni's Palace in Ile-Ife, Osun State. The celebration was attended by dignitaries from across Nigeria and beyond.
  2. Ooni of Ife's Wife, Olori Naomi, Celebrates 5th Wedding Anniversary: Olori Naomi, the wife of the Ooni of Ife, celebrated her 5th wedding anniversary with the monarch on August 20, 2022. The couple exchanged love messages on social media, expressing their gratitude for their union.
  3. Ooni of Ife's Royal Visit to the UK: In July 2022, the Ooni of Ife embarked on a royal visit to the United Kingdom, where he met with Nigerian diplomats, business leaders, and members of the Nigerian community. The visit aimed to promote cultural exchange and strengthen ties between Nigeria and the UK.
  4. Ooni of Ife's Support for Education: The Ooni of Ife has been a strong advocate for education, particularly in his kingdom. In June 2022, he donated educational materials and equipment to schools in Ile-Ife, Osun State, to support the education of children in the area.
  5. Ooni of Ife's Traditional Marriage Ceremony: In May 2022, the Ooni of Ife performed a traditional marriage ceremony for two couples, marking the union of the couples in accordance with Yoruba tradition. The ceremony was attended by dignitaries from across Nigeria.

Past News

  1. Ooni of Ife's Coronation: In 2015, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi was crowned the Ooni of Ife, succeeding his predecessor, Oba Okunade Sijuwade. The coronation ceremony was attended by dignitaries from across Nigeria and beyond.
  2. Ooni of Ife's Conflict with Oba of Benin: In 2017, there was a reported conflict between the Ooni of Ife and the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, over a disputed territory. The conflict was eventually resolved through diplomatic efforts.
  3. Ooni of Ife's Support for Nigerian Economy: In 2020, the Ooni of Ife called for the diversification of Nigeria's economy, urging the government to invest in agriculture, manufacturing, and other sectors to reduce the country's reliance on oil exports.

These are just a few examples of recent news updates about the Ooni of Ife. If you'd like to know more, please let me know!