Ten years ago, on 7 December 2015, a young prince from the Giesi Royal Family, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, became the Arole Oduduwa and ascended the throne as the Ooni of Ife.
Today marks a full decade of the reign of His Imperial Majesty, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II (CFR), and Ile-Ife is already alive with distinguished guests arriving for the grand finale.
Confirmed arrivals and expected dignitaries today include:
• President Olusegun Obasanjo
• President Goodluck Jonathan
• First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu
• Several current and former Nigerian governors
• The President of Ghana
• Representatives of the Presidents of Uganda and Kenya
• Ambassadors from Canada, Portugal and Brazil are already in Ile-Ife
Across these ten years, Ooni Ojaja II has reshaped Yorubaland with visionary projects that continue to create jobs, empower young people and revive the cultural and economic strength of our communities. Some of these include:
• Ife Grand Resort and Industrial Hub
• Adire Oodua Textile Hub
• Ojaja Hostels, Ojaja Mall, Ojaja Cinemas and Ojaja University in Ile-Ife
• Ojaja Mews and Ojaja Mall in Osogbo
• Ojaja Mall in Ede
• Ojaja Park in Akure
• Ojaja Smart City in Ado-Ekiti
• Ojaja Mall and Suites in Lagos
• Ojaja University in Eyenkorin, Kwara State and the just launched Ile-Ife Campus
• Plus several other initiatives that quietly touch lives every day
Through culture, diplomacy and innovation, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II has become one of the most recognisable African monarchs in the world, carrying Yoruba identity to global platforms with pride and confidence.
In just one decade, his reign has achieved what many describe as a historic and remarkable chapter in Yoruba history.
Long live the Ooni of Ife.
Long live the Arole Oodua.
Long live the Oodua Nation. l
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