Traditional
2023: Traditionalists endorse Tinubu for president
The traditional religion worshippers in Oyo State, known as ‘Oniseese’ have endorsed the 2023 presidential candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The traditionalists across all the seven political divisions of the state threw their weight behind Tinubu on Saturday during a meeting they held at Ilaji Hotel and Sport Resort, Akanran, […]
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How I Agreed To Be Ooni Of Ife’s Third Wife” – Queen Tobi Phillips Reveals
She said someone had called her to ask if she was interested in getting married to the Ooni of Ife. Olori Tobi Phillips, the third wife of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has revealed why she agreed to be one of the monarch’s queens. Speaking in a recent interview with TVC, Olori Tobi, […]
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If He Tough Me, The Marriage Is Over” – Ooni of Ife’s third wife, Queen Tobi Phillips Says
She reiterated, however, that the Ooni is not someone who would abuse a woman since he is calm, mature, and understands the importance of communication in marriage. Queen Tobi Phillips, the third wife of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has stated that domestic violence is her deal-breaker in a relationship. Speaking in a […]
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Ewi of Ado chanted prayer sacrifice to sanctify 400-year-old jinx in Imesi Ekiti
The Ewi of Ado Ekiti, Oba Adejugbe Aladesanmi III on Monday 7th November 2023 performed the traditional prayer sanctification at the Odun Ade Festival, Imesi Ekiti, to spiritually banish the 400 years of an ancient enmity between the Ewi – In – Council and the Onimesi of Imesi Ekiti and his peopleThe Ewi of Ado […]
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Breaking News : Ewi of Ado sets to invade Imesi Ekiti
to break 400 years old jinx at Odun Ade Festival, Imesi Ekiti The Ewi of Ado Ekiti Oba Adejugbe Aladesanmi III will on 7th Nov 2022 be on the threshold of history by peacefully invading and setting his feet on the soil of Imesi Ekiti. as the town celebrates Odun Ade Festival. Oba Adejugbe Aladesanmi […]
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Democracy Not Working For Us — Oluwo
Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi has disclosed that democracy is not working for Nigeria, hence, sought a return to the traditional system of government. Fielding questions from journalists after receiving the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Mahood Balogun at his palace in Iwo, Osun state on Tuesday, he said the present system of government practised in the country […]
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See Photos From Ooni’s New Wife, Mariam In The Palace
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, has married a new wife, Mariam. Photos from the marital rites which held on Tuesday were shared by the palace spokesperson, Moses Olafare, on Wednesday on his Facebook page.
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2030 World Expo NIKE OKUNDAYE RECEIVES APPOINTMENT AS AMBASSADOR FOR 2030 WORLD EXPO
The world’s best batik and adire textile designer, Chief Nike Okundaye, has been chosen to be an ambassador for the 2030 World Expo in Busan, South Korea. During a visit to the Nike Art Gallery, the designer received the news from the Republic of South Korea’s ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Kim Young-Chae. Artists and designers […]
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Ex-president, Obasanjo captured teaching his grandson how to properly prostrate while greeting.
Former president Olusegun Obasanjo giving his grandson culture lessons gone viral and stirred heartwarming reactions. The little boy visited his grandfather in his home and casually welcomed him. However, the proud Grandpa, who apparently wasn’t pleased with his grandson’s method of greeting, decided to teach him how to do it properly. In the trending clip, […]
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Makinde pays condolence visit to Aseyin’s family, promises state burial
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Thursday, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Aseyin of Iseyin, Oba Abdulganiyu Adekunle Salau, stating that the late monarch loved and worked for Iseyin’s development with all his might.Governor Makinde, who stated this at the Aseyin’s Palace, where he was received by Iseyin Chiefs, family […]
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Aseyin Of Iseyin Joins Ancestors.
Iseyin is in mourning mood as its king, Oba Abdulganiyu Salawudeen, has joined his ancestors, has been informed. His departure is coming months after the Oba Jimoh Oyewumi, Soun of Ogbomoso; Oba Saliu Adetunji, Olubadan of Ibadan; Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, joined their ancestors. The University of Ibadan trained veterinary doctor, who ascended the throne in […]
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Arole Odua Condemns Owo Killing, Says Yoruba Can’t Be Overrun
Ooni of Ife has condemned the barbaric attack on St. Francis Catholic Church, Owa-luwa, Owo, Ondo State on Sunday, killing many persons and injuring more others, describing it as a gruesome massacre dastardly targeted at turning Yorubaland to a war zone, saying Yoruba people have the capacity to defend themselves even though the are peace […]
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Ooni to support multi- million naira biggest private African Center for Arts and Culture in Atosin , Idanre
Living up to one of his avowed promises to do everything humanly possible at sustaining the cultural heritage and traditional history of Yoruba land, the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial. Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi has promised to assist, strengthen, bolster, reinforce and augment the effort of Princess Foluke Temiloluwa Ogunlowo who is planting […]
Read MoreOlubadan harps on Nigeria unity hosts Shehu of Borno.
The unity of Nigeria has been said to be non-negotiable, hence agitators of the break-up of the country were urged to drop such agenda and proffer solutions to whatever they might have identified as problems necessitating their agitations. This was the remark of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Sen. Lekan Balogun Alli Okunmade ll on […]
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2023:We Did Not Endorsed Tegbe, Ibadan Mogaji’s
The Association of Mogaji’s in Ibadanland has dispelled rumor making around that the Mogaji’s have endorsed Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Oyo South Senatorial District, Mogaji Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as their preferred choice in the 2023 general elections. The President of the Mogaji’s, Mogaji Asimiyu Ariori in a statement made available to Journalists on […]
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Oluwo Of Iwo Showers Love Massage On New Queen, Crowns Her
The Oluwo of Iwo Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi has crowned his newly wedded wife, Firdauz Akanbi, as the queen of the ancient town. The monarch also professed his unwavering love for the Kano-born queen. Akanbi married his heartthrob from the dynasty of Ado Bayero in Kano State on March 19 at the residence of Madakin Kano, […]
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NUJ Zone B mourns Alaafin of Oyo,commiserate with Oyo people, Yoruba race and Africa
The Nigeria Union of Journalists, (NUJ), South West zone, has mourned the demise of our dear father, mentor, patriot and guardian, the late Alaafin of Oyo, His lmperial Majesty.Oba Lamidi Adeyemi 111, the 45th Alaafin of the great Oyo empire, and longest serving Alaafin of this generation before it pleased the Almighty to take him […]
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Alaafin: NUJ mourns loss of a father, best media-friendly monarch
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council on Tuesday described the passing of Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III as shocking and one death too many to bear for the media professionals in the State and beyond. Alaafin died at the age of 83years last Saturday after reigning for 52years on […]
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Alaafin: Yoruba race, Oyo have lost a great ruler, a worthy father-Makinde
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, declared that the death of the Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, is a huge loss to the state, Nigeria and the Yoruba race. The governor, who described Oba Adeyemi’s death as a personal loss to him, noted that he was an ever-supportive […]
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Great Things You Don’t Know About Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III
• THE Alaafia of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Atanda Adeyemi 111, was born on October 15, 1938. • He is from Alowolodu Royal House and a member of the House of Oranmiyan • His father, Raji Adeniran Adeyemi became Alaafin in 1945 and was deposed and exiled in 1954. • Lamidi Adeyemi was chosen by […]
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