A source close to the legal battle between human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi, and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Afe Babalola, has clarified that the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, was not sent by Farotimi to intervene in the matter. The source confirmed to SaharaReporters on Tuesday evening that the Yoruba monarch and other traditional … Read more
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has expressed solidarity with his ex-queen, Naomi Silekunola, as she faces legal challenges over the tragic stampede that claimed the lives of 35 children during a Christmas funfair she organised in Ibadan, Oyo State, on December 4. Henzodaily reports that Oba Ogunwusi absolved Silekunola of any malicious intent, … Read more
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has lauded former President Muhammadu Buhari for his contributions to Nigeria during his tenure. The commendation came during a two-day courtesy visit to Buhari at his country home in Daura, Katsina State. In a statement released on Thursday, the revered monarch highlighted Buhari’s dedication to Nigeria’s development and … Read more