Ooni of Ife at 50: KAB Hails the Monarch, Extols Contributions to Yoruba Nation
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Ooni of Ife at 50: KAB Hails the Monarch, Extols Contributions to Yoruba Nation
By Kaosara Olayemi Oladimeji
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi (Ojaja II), has reached a milestone birthday, celebrating 50 years of life, leadership, and dedication to the Yoruba nation.
In commemoration, Prince Kehinde Alex Bankole, also known as KAB, in a statement obtained by INCNews247 on Thursday, acknowledged the monarch’s exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to the Yoruba people.
Bankole, who considers the Ooni a mentor and father figure, expressed his deep admiration for the king’s wisdom, guidance, and steadfast support, which have greatly influenced his personal and professional growth.
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“Your fatherly counsel has shaped me into the person I am today,” he remarked.
KAB noted that Ooni’s notable contributions to promoting Yoruba culture, unity, and advancement have significantly enhanced the position of the Yoruba nation on the global stage, affirming his commitment to developing Ile-Ife and Nigeria as a whole is truly inspiring, demonstrating wisdom, courage, and compassion in his endeavors.
INCNews247 reports that as the Vicegerent of Oduduwa, the Ooni embodies the virtues of the Yoruba ancestors, fortifying cultural connections and fostering unity within the Yoruba community.
Prince Bankole prayed for the monarch’s continuous strength, wisdom, and good health, wishing him peace, prosperity, and joy in the years to come.
