Both Ooni, Alaafin show commitment to historic Yoruba Unity Pact in Lagos
Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II
… with both focusing on fostering inter-kingdom cooperation.
… the two made commitment by signing a communiqué.
In a landmark move to strengthen peace and solidarity across Yorubaland, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, met in Lagos on Friday, reaffirming their shared commitment to unity, cultural preservation, and mutual respect among the Yoruba people.
The historic meeting, held at the Eko Hotel Signature Building, was convened by the Odole Oodua of The Source, Sir Dr. Kessington Adebutu, as part of his birthday celebration.
In a joint communiqué issued after the session, both monarchs announced the establishment of a Joint Council for Yoruba Unity, a body dedicated to promoting peacebuilding, cultural preservation, and socioeconomic advancement throughout Yorubaland.
The communiqué described the meeting as a defining moment in Yoruba history, emphasizing that the strength of the Yoruba nation lies in unity and collective progress.
“Today marks a defining moment in our shared history. We are committed to promoting harmony among Yoruba sons and daughters and upholding the sacred values of mutual respect and brotherhood bequeathed to us by our forebears,” the communiqué stated.
The gathering, attended by eminent Yoruba leaders, traditional rulers, and cultural custodians, focused on fostering inter-kingdom cooperation and encouraging other monarchs to emulate the spirit of reconciliation demonstrated by the Ooni and Alaafin.
In their closing prayers, both royal fathers jointly sought divine guidance, peace, and prosperity for Yorubaland, Nigeria, and the African continent. The event ended with an exchange of royal blessings and goodwill between the two revered thrones.
Sir Adebutu expressed delight at witnessing the renewed unity between the monarchs, describing it as “a milestone that will strengthen peace and progress among the Yoruba people.”
The communiqué was jointly signed by Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi and Alaafin Abimbola Owoade, and witnessed by Sir Dr. Kessington Adebutu. It was issued by Aare Dr. Kola Oyefeso, Secretary of the Communiqué Drafting Committee.
