- the Alaafin emphasised that monarchs must prioritise peace, culture and heritage preservation
- He prayed for a prosperous reign for Oba Ogunwusi, describing gratitude as a virtue that opens the heart to greater understanding
- He stressed that unity among Yoruba rulers must be grounded in mutual trust, respect and shared aspirations
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, has extended warm felicitations to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, as he marks a decade on the throne, urging Yoruba monarchs to strengthen unity across the region.
Eko Hot Blog reports that relations between both palaces had been strained earlier in the year over the conferment of the Okanlomo of Yorubaland title, which triggered weeks of heated exchanges before peace was restored through mediation.
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In a statement by his spokesperson, Bode Durojaiye, the Alaafin celebrated the Ooni’s leadership qualities, noting that his dedication, grace and compassion had continued to foster harmony in Ile-Ife.
He prayed for a prosperous reign for Oba Ogunwusi, describing gratitude as a virtue that opens the heart to greater understanding, reflection and progress.
Using the anniversary as a reminder of the duties of traditional rulers, the Alaafin emphasised that monarchs must prioritise peace, culture and heritage preservation above personal or political interests.
He stressed that unity among Yoruba rulers must be grounded in mutual trust, respect and shared aspirations, adding that Nigeria’s diversity can only thrive when collaboration becomes a guiding principle.
Oba Owoade further reaffirmed his goodwill to the Ooni and wished him many more impactful years on the throne.
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