63 h. ago Yoruba Nation is seriously threatened, endangered — Olusegun Ahmadu

Tribune Online Yoruba Nation is seriously threatened, endangered — Olusegun Ahmadu Dr Olusegun K Ahmadu is the president, Yoruba Leadership and Peace Initiative (TYLPI), an organisation comprising eminent persons, elder statesmen, professionals and former technocrats, devoted to advocacy on good governance, equity and justice in Nigeria. In this interview by KUNLE ODEREMI, Dr Ahmadu speaks on the fate of the Yoruba ethnic nationalities, power configuration and […] Yoruba Nation is seriously threatened, endangered — Olusegun Ahmadu Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Yoruba, Northern Groups Fault ADC, PDP Allegations Against INEC

The Northern Awareness Network (NAN) and the Yoruba Youth Council (YYC) have condemned the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) claims on the credibility of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC’s) latest voter registration figures in Osun State and the South West region. In separate statements released over the weekend, both […]

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9 d. ago Don Replies Elebuibon, States Roles Of Alaafin, Ooni In Yorubaland

An historian, Dr Ashipa Akinyele Oladeji has declared that the Ooni of Ife is the undisputed spiritual head of the Yorubas while the Alaafin of Oyo remained as the paramount ruler of the race. Dr Oladeji, in a rejoinder to respected Ifa priest, Araba Ifayemi Elebuibon on the recent seeming face-off between the Alaafin of […]

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1 week ago Between Alaafin and Ooni: The sacred legacy of history and the fierce urgency of now

Tribune Online Between Alaafin and Ooni: The sacred legacy of history and the fierce urgency of now I said, in my piece few days ago, that one of the key issues I wanted to comment on is the latest instalment of contrived Alaafin-Ooni controversy. I was hoping to have a few more days to put my thoughts together, but events appear to be moving ahead of this plan. Among others, an excerpt […] Between Alaafin and Ooni: The sacred legacy of history and the fierce urgency of now Tribune Online

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1 week ago Ooni–Alaafin Rift: ‘Powers of Traditional Rulers End at LG Level,’ Ex

The Alaafin of Oyo and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, clashed over the conferment of the “Okanlomo of Yorubaland” title on businessman Dotun Sanusi at an event in Ibadan. The post Ooni–Alaafin Rift: ‘Powers of Traditional Rulers End at LG Level,’ Ex-Govt Aide appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Yoruba leaders seek Makinde, Adeleke’s intervention over Alaafin/Ooni rift

Tribune Online Yoruba leaders seek Makinde, Adeleke’s intervention over Alaafin/Ooni rift Leaders in the South West region under the auspices of Yoruba Leaders of Thought (Egbe Ilosiwaju Yoruba) has appealed to the governors of Osun and Oyo States to intervene over the lingering supremacy battle between the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi. The leaders explained that the […] Yoruba leaders seek Makinde, Adeleke’s intervention over Alaafin/Ooni rift Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Alaafin’s crown: I was eulogising myself, not abusing Oba Owoade — Sunday Igboho

Tribune Online Alaafin’s crown: I was eulogising myself, not abusing Oba Owoade — Sunday Igboho He said, “My father, Olugbon, called me and explained to me that our father, Alaafin of Oyo, said I was abusing him when I was at the Ooni of Ife’s palace. Alaafin’s crown: I was eulogising myself, not abusing Oba Owoade — Sunday Igboho Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Yoruba Nation Agitator Sunday Igboho Apologises To Ooni, Seeks Help To Get Name Off Security Watchlist

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on Saturday, openly forgave Yoruba Nation agitator, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, during a visit to the monarch’s palace by the latter in Ile-Ife, Osun State. The development marked a major step toward settling the rift between the revered monarch and the […]

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2 w. ago Atóbaáse Agunbiade Defends Alaafin’s Supremacy In Yoruba Land

The Atóbaáse of Yorubaland, Dr. Babajide Agunbiade, has declared support for His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, the Alaafin of Oyo, amid renewed controversies over the Yoruba traditional leadership structure. In a strongly worded letter to the Oyo Monarch as seen by LEADERSHIP, Agunbiade commended the Alaafin’s firm stance against what he described […]

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2 w. ago Royal Dispute: ‘Sheathe Your Swords,’ Olugbon Cautions Alaafin, Ooni Supporters

The Olugbon of Orile-Igbon, Oba Francis Alao, has appealed to supporters of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade to end media comments fueling the controversy over the alleged installation of businessman Dotun Sanusi as the Okanlomo of Yorubaland. The Olugbon, in a statement issued to […]

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2 w. ago Alaafin vs Ooni: Obas’ thrones too sacred for social media battles – Olugbon

Tribune Online Alaafin vs Ooni: Obas’ thrones too sacred for social media battles – Olugbon He described the controversy as unnecessary and based on "mere speculation," Alaafin vs Ooni: Obas’ thrones too sacred for social media battles – Olugbon Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Aare Onakakanfo Gani Adams Intervenes In Ooni–Alaafin Rift Over Chieftaincy Title

The Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has appealed for peace between the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, following a heated disagreement over the conferment of a chieftaincy title on Ibadan-based business mogul, Dotun Sanusi by the former. Recall that Ooni had on Saturday, August […]

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2 w. ago Osun LG funds: Adeleke commends council of Obas, NBA over intervention

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has commended the Council of Obas, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), and other individuals and groups for their intervention to prevail on the Federal Government to release the withheld local government allocations. In a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Wednesday, August 20, Adeleke praised […] The post Osun LG funds: Adeleke commends council of Obas, NBA over intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Sheathe your sword, Olabode George, Gani Adams, Kunle Olajide, Olu Alabi advise Ooni, Alaafin

Tribune Online Sheathe your sword, Olabode George, Gani Adams, Kunle Olajide, Olu Alabi advise Ooni, Alaafin • I have personally reached out to the monarchs, elders over the issue — Gani Adams Prominent leaders in Yoruba land, on Wednesday, called for a cessation of the altercations between the camps of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Eniitan Ogunwusi, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, over issues triggered by […] Sheathe your sword, Olabode George, Gani Adams, Kunle Olajide, Olu Alabi advise Ooni, Alaafin Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Synergising tradition and innovation: The role of Ooni and Alaafin in Nigeria’s economic renaissance

By Ojo Emmanuel Ademola In the digital age, Nigeria is at a critical juncture where tradition must definitively converge with innovation. The Ooni of Ife and the Alaafin of Oyo, two of the most esteemed monarchs in Yorubaland, hold essential keys to unlocking a transformative era of economic development and sustainability. Their historical significance and […] The post Synergising tradition and innovation: The role of Ooni and Alaafin in Nigeria’s economic renaissance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago ICIR urges Tinubu to declare August 20, 21 national holidays for Isese

Calls for Peace Between Ooni and Alaafin, Wants More States to Adopt Holiday From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The International Council for Ifa Religion (ICIR) has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to grant official recognition to Isese adherents by declaring August 20 and 21 as national public holidays in Nigeria. The council made the call in […] The post ICIR urges Tinubu to declare August 20, 21 national holidays for Isese appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. 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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3 w. 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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3 w. 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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3 w. 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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