Oba Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, the 51st Ooni of Ile-Ife, commemorates a decade on the throne of Oduduwa since his coronation on December 7, 2015, following the transition of his predecessor, Oba Okunade Sijuwade Olubuse II. Born on October 17, 1974, in Ile-Ife from the Giesi Ruling House, the monarch has blended royal tradition with modern enterprise, drawing from his pre-coronation ventures in mining, construction, hospitality, real estate, and banking. His reign embodies a forward-looking custodianship of Yoruba heritage, earning widespread acclaim for fostering peace across divides.
Key Achievements
The Ooni has prioritized youth and women empowerment, impacting over 750,000 young people through vocational training and initiatives like the Ojaja Economic Revolution, which spans agriculture, renewable energy, manufacturing, and technology via Ojaja Farms and More Marts. He has driven cultural diplomacy by strengthening ties with the African diaspora in Brazil, Cuba, and Haiti, linking Yoruba spirituality to traditions like Candomblé and Santería, while advocating for the repatriation of stolen artifacts from Western museums. Infrastructure in Ile-Ife has advanced under his guidance, including palace expansions, heritage site renovations, museum developments, and state-backed projects that boost tourism.
Educational and Humanitarian Impact
Thousands of scholarships and STEM programs highlight his commitment to education, culminating in the launch of Ojaja University as a hub for innovation and leadership. Humanitarian efforts include women empowerment schemes, healthcare missions, campaigns against domestic violence and child abuse, and relief during the COVID-19 crisis. These strides have redefined Yoruba monarchy as inclusive and globally relevant, with events like thanksgiving services and chieftaincy titles planned for the anniversary.
Long may Kabiyesi reign, steering Ile-Ife’s ancient legacy into a vibrant future.
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