2 h. ago Chieftaincy Title Tussle: Alaafin Is A Comedian – Ooni’s Aide

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi (Ojaja II), has said the 48-hour ultimatum given to him by the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, over the Okanlomo of Yorubaland title is an “empty threat”. Through his spokesman, Otunba Moses Olafare, the Ooni described Oba Owoade as a comedian. Olafare said, “My principal […]

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6 h. ago Chieftaincy Dispute: Supreme Court Didn’t Make Alaafin Sole Custodian Of Yoruba Heritage, Lawyer Backs Ooni

Abuja-based lawyer, Pelumi Olajengbesi, has stated that no judgement of the Supreme Court makes the stool of the Alaafin of Oyo the ultimate decider on pan-Yoruba affairs. LEADERSHIP reports that the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, have sparked intense debate on social media following […]

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14 h. ago Israeli Airstrikes In Gaza Reportedly Kill At Least 25 Palestinians Amid Ongoing Conflict

At least 25 Palestinians were reportedly killed on Monday morning following a series of Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip, according to Palestinian media outlets citing local medical sources. The reported casualties have not been independently verified. Both Hamas authorities in Gaza and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have yet to release official statements regarding […] The post Israeli Airstrikes In Gaza Reportedly Kill At Least 25 Palestinians Amid Ongoing Conflict appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Peace Professionals Wade Into Ooni, Alaafin Dispute, Offer Solutions

The Foundation for Peace Professionals (PeacePro) has intervened in the dispute between the Ooni of Ife and the Alaafin of Oyo, stressing that the matter goes far beyond traditional rivalry and touches the very essence of Yoruba civilization. The executive director of PeacPro, Abdulrazaq Hamzat, described the Yoruba race as a cross continental nation with […]

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15 h. ago Ooni, Alaafin Differ Over Conferment Of Chieftaincy Title On Businessman

The Alaafin had ordered the Ooni of Ife to revoke a chieftaincy title conferred on a businessman and gave him 48 hours to do so. The post Ooni, Alaafin Differ Over Conferment Of Chieftaincy Title On Businessman appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago Alaafin gives Ooni 48 hours to withdraw Chieftaincy title to Dotun Sanusi

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, demanding the withdrawal of plans to confer the title of Okanlomo of Yorubaland on business magnate, Dotun Sanusi. In a statement signed by his Director of Media and […] The post Alaafin gives Ooni 48 hours to withdraw Chieftaincy title to Dotun Sanusi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Why Ooni won’t dignify Alaafin’s threat with official response — Palace aide

Tribune Online Why Ooni won’t dignify Alaafin’s threat with official response — Palace aide The development follows a statement from the Alaafin of Oyo demanding that the Ooni revoke the chieftaincy title within 48 hours. Why Ooni won’t dignify Alaafin’s threat with official response — Palace aide Tribune Online

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16 h. ago ’48 hours my foot’, Ooni of Ife’s spokesperson reacts to Alaafin’s threat

Tribune Online ’48 hours my foot’, Ooni of Ife’s spokesperson reacts to Alaafin’s threat "My Principal has directed me against issuing a Press Release on the Empty Threat of the Alawada Babasala ’48 hours my foot’, Ooni of Ife’s spokesperson reacts to Alaafin’s threat Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Alaafin of Oyo gives Ooni 48 hours to revoke chieftaincy title

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has issued the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, a 48-hour deadline to revoke the Okanlomo of Yorubaland chieftaincy title recently bestowed on Ibadan business magnate Engineer Dotun Sanusi. On Monday, the Alaafin’s Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, issued a statement calling the Ooni’s […] The post Alaafin of Oyo gives Ooni 48 hours to revoke chieftaincy title appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Reverse Okanlomo chieftaincy conferment in 48 hours or face consequences – Alaafin warns Ooni of Ife

Tribune Online Reverse Okanlomo chieftaincy conferment in 48 hours or face consequences – Alaafin warns Ooni of Ife Alaafin Owoade added that his peace initiatives should not be mistaken for weakness, describing the Ooni’s decision as unlawful and derogatory to the authority of the... Reverse Okanlomo chieftaincy conferment in 48 hours or face consequences – Alaafin warns Ooni of Ife Tribune Online

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32 h. ago You’ve no right to confer Yorubaland chieftaincy title, Alaafin tackles Ooni of Ife

Tribune Online You’ve no right to confer Yorubaland chieftaincy title, Alaafin tackles Ooni of Ife “The conferment of chieftaincy title which bothers on Yorubaland by the Ooni of Ife is not only an affront to the referred institution of the Alaafin who is the Titan of Yorubaland and on who hold Exclusive right to confer any chieftaincy title which covers the entire Yorubaland... You’ve no right to confer Yorubaland chieftaincy title, Alaafin tackles Ooni of Ife Tribune Online

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35 h. ago Alaafin Oyo Tackles Ooni Of Ife Over Conferment Of Chieftaincy Title

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has faulted the conferment of the Chieftaincy title of ‘Okanlomo of Yorubaland’ on a business tycoon, Dotun Sanusi, a.k.a Ilaji, by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II. Oba Owoade said conferment of chieftaincy title which bothers on the entirety of Yorubaland by […]

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50 h. ago Ooni Of Ife Unveils Nigeria’s First Indigenous Social Media Platform Named “2geda”

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has officially unveiled 2geda, Nigeria’s first indigenous social media platform. The launch took place on Saturday at Ilaji Resort and Hotel in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. Speaking at the event, the foremost traditional ruler urged the Federal Government, state governments, and philanthropists across the country to […] The post Ooni Of Ife Unveils Nigeria’s First Indigenous Social Media Platform Named “2geda” appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Ooni of Ife, Olanipekun, Jolapamo, others celebrate Otunba Olusola Adewumi at 60

By Lukman Olabiyi The Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ogoga of Ikere, Oba Adejimi Adu Alagbado, alongside legal luminary Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN), maritime industry leader Chief Isaac Jolapamo, and several other distinguished Nigerians, have celebrated the diamond jubilee of prominent businessman and philanthropist, Otunba Sola Adewumi. Adewunmi who […] The post Ooni of Ife, Olanipekun, Jolapamo, others celebrate Otunba Olusola Adewumi at 60 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago APF rejects planned National Council of Traditional Rulers Bill, alleges ethnic bias

Abasi People Foundation (APF) has issued a stern call to the leadership of the National Assembly to withdraw a bill seeking to establish a National Council of Traditional Rulers with permanent co-chairmanship granted to the Sultan of Sokoto and the Ooni of Ife. In a letter addressed to Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of […] The post APF rejects planned National Council of Traditional Rulers Bill, alleges ethnic bias appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago IPOB demands Kanu’s unconditional release, slams pardon pleas

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has urged Igbo leaders and well-meaning Nigerians to stop begging for the release of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, and instead demand his unconditional release. IPOB spokesperson Emma Powerful, reacting to a recent appeal by Jude Idimogu to President Bola Tinubu to free Kanu, described such […] The post IPOB demands Kanu’s unconditional release, slams pardon pleas appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Ooni of Ife to lead other traditional rulers at Ekiti community festival

Tribune Online Ooni of Ife to lead other traditional rulers at Ekiti community festival The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, among other royal fathers and guests, is expected to attend this year's Ita Ajero Festival in Ijero-Ekiti, Ijero Local Government Area of Ekiti State. Ooni of Ife to lead other traditional rulers at Ekiti community festival Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Nnewi Prince opposes Traditional Rulers Bill, faults permanent roles for Sultan, Ooni 

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Prince Orji Nwafor-Orizu of Nnewi’s ancient monarchy has raised objections to the National Council for Traditional Rulers of Nigeria (Establishment) Bill, 2024, sponsored by Senator Simon Bako Lalong.  The Bill seeks constitutional recognition for traditional councils and designates the Sultan of Sokoto and the Ooni of Ife as permanent co-chairmen. Speaking […] The post Nnewi Prince opposes Traditional Rulers Bill, faults permanent roles for Sultan, Ooni  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Arrest of woman impersonating army in Katsina has vindicated us – IPOB

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Indigenous People of Biafra  (IPOB)has claimed that the recent arrest of a woman caught with firearms and impersonating the Nigeria army in Katsina State is a clear vindication that not all pro Baifra groups is same as one led by Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.  Spokesperson of the group, Emma Powerful reacting […] The post Arrest of woman impersonating army in Katsina has vindicated us – IPOB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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