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Ooni of Ife Rejects Alaafin’s Ultimatum over Chieftaincy Title, Palace Aide Explains Silence

The brewing traditional tussle between the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has...

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Afenifere Hails Late Awujale of Ijebuland as a Model Monarch for Leadership and Integrity

The pan-Yoruba socio-political organization Afenifere has paid tribute to the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, describing him as an exemplary monarch whose reign spanned 62 years with a...

Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona Ogbagba II
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The Life and Times of Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Awujale of Ijebuland

Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the revered Awujale and paramount ruler of Ijebuland, passed away on July 13, 2025, at the age of 91....

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Eze Ndigbo Mourns Passing of Olubadan, Highlights Ibadan’s Unique Royal Succession System

The Eze Ndigbo of Ibadan and Yorubaland, James Oramadike, has extended his deepest condolences to Governor Seyi Makinde, the people of Ibadan, and...

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BREAKING: Revered Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olakulehin, Passes Away at 90

The ancient city of Ibadan is in mourning following the death of its esteemed monarch, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland. According...

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Oba Akeem Owoade Names Key Aides in Royal Administration Shake-Up

In a significant move for the Oyo royal court, Alaafin Oba Akeem Owoade has reshuffled his inner circle, appointing Rotimi Osuntola as special...