In honor of the Ooni of Ife’s half-century milestone, Governor Adeleke gifts monarch a brand-new car (VIDEO)

• As Osun State comes alive with vibrant festivities to mark the monumental 50th birthday of the revered Ooni of Ife, the air is thick with reverence, tradition, and regal splendor.
• The entire state is caught in the whirlwind of celebration, and Governor Ademola Adeleke wasn’t left out of the grandeur.
• In a gesture that has quickly sparked intrigue, it’s alleged that the governor gifted the Ooni with a luxurious new set of wheels during the ceremony, reminiscent of a time-honored festival deeply rooted in the ancient customs of Ife

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has made headlines with a stunning gesture, reportedly presenting a luxurious new car to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, in honor of the monarch’s monumental 50th birthday.

The celebration, alive with vibrant energy, saw Adeleke amidst a throng of jubilant supporters, his gift capturing the spirit of festivity as it gleamed under the Nigerian sun.

A video from the grand birthday celebration has taken social media by storm, revealing the moment Governor Adeleke and his entourage were caught in the midst of a lively crowd.

The footage showcases the newly gifted vehicle for the Ooni, a luxurious addition that speaks volumes about the governor’s appreciation for the monarch. The atmosphere was electric, filled with the sounds of drumming and cultural performances, all paying homage to the Ooni’s legacy.

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Amid the celebrations, former Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola (SAN), also paid glowing tribute to the Ooni’s efforts in preserving Yoruba culture. Speaking before he inaugurated the much-anticipated Ojaja Cinema located within the prestigious Ife Grand Resort, Fashola hailed Oba Ogunwusi as a true “pride of the Yoruba race.”

He emphasized the monarch’s relentless commitment to uniting Oduduwa descendants worldwide, a pursuit that has garnered widespread admiration.

Notable traditional rulers and dignitaries from across Nigeria, including the Osemawe of Ondo, Oba Victor Adesimbo; the Elegushi of Ikate, Oba Saheed Ademola; the Oniru of Iruland, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan; and the Olowu-Kuta of Kuta, Oba Adekunle Oyelude, were in attendance.

In his speech at the event, Governor Adeleke lauded Oba Ogunwusi for his passionate commitment to the development of Nigeria and his unwavering focus on the welfare of the country’s youth. The Governor expressed his admiration for the Ooni’s tireless efforts in promoting Yoruba culture and preserving its rich traditions.