Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Reunites with Prophetess Naomi and Son at Public Event in Akure, Sparking Widespread Interest.....READ THE FULL STORY>>.....READ THE FULL STORY>>
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and his estranged wife, Prophetess Naomi, drew considerable public attention when they appeared together at a recent event in Akure, marking a rare reunion. Their son, Prince Tadenikawo, accompanied them, adding an emotional dimension to the occasion.
The monarch was in Akure to inaugurate the Ojaja Park, a new initiative under his patronage aimed at enriching the community and providing a recreational space for residents. The event, which included a Night of Praise to celebrate the grand opening, witnessed a mix of tradition, spirituality, and community spirit.
Among those present were Prophetess Naomi, Prince Tadenikawo, and several of the Ooni’s other wives, who collectively represented the extended royal family. In one of the event’s video clips circulating on social media, the Ooni is seen interacting warmly with Prophetess Naomi, who was holding their son. The clip quickly gained attention, reflecting the enduring public curiosity surrounding the royal couple’s relationship and their co-parenting journey.
This reunion is especially poignant given the history between the monarch and Prophetess Naomi. In December 2021, Naomi publicly announced the end of her three-year marriage to the Ooni, a decision that she clarified further in a recent interview. She explained that her former husband’s subsequent marriages to six other women ultimately confirmed her choice to leave the palace, ruling out any possibility of rejoining the royal household.
Reflecting on her time in the palace, Prophetess Naomi spoke candidly about her marriage’s joys and challenges. She admitted that when she first married the Ooni, she entered the royal world with a youthful innocence and a tender heart, believing life was simpler than she now knows it to be. Her experience, she noted, has profoundly shaped her, adding resilience and wisdom she didn’t anticipate needing.
The Ooni, too, shared his perspective on the impact of their separation. Speaking at an event in October, he revealed the emotional struggles he endured following the end of their marriage. He recounted how he became a subject of public ridicule, with people questioning his role and identity without a queen by his side. The monarch described how he turned to prayer, seeking guidance from God, who advised him to practice patience. This guidance led him down a new path, which saw him taking six wives into the palace, beginning a new chapter in his life.
Following the separation from Prophetess Naomi, the Ooni married six other women—Olori Mariam, Olori Elizabeth Akinmuda, Olori Tobi Phillips, Olori Ashley, Olori Ronke, and Olori Temitope—within a few months. Each marriage further shaped the royal family’s evolving dynamics, introducing new perspectives and voices into palace life.
The recent public reunion in Akure has ignited discussions, drawing attention to the complexities and emotional layers of the monarch’s personal life. As videos and images from the event circulate online, people are reflecting on the nuances of love, resilience, and reconciliation within one of Nigeria’s most respected royal households.
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