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As part of the traditional rites during the naming ceremony of the royal twins, Olori Aderonke, Olori Ashley with Prince Ademakinwa, Olori Temitope, and Olori Agba Margaret Ogunwusi were invited to partake from the ceremonial plate containing sugar, kolanut, sugar cane, and other symbolic items deeply rooted in Yoruba tradition.
Iyalaje Oodua and some king in Yorubaland pad homeage to Kabiyesi Oonirisha to congratulate and celebrate the newborn twins babies.
During the naming ceremony of the newborn twins of the Ooni of Ife and Olori Yeyeluwa Mariam Anako Ogunwusi, members of Olori Mariam’s family were traditionally invited to taste items such as sugar, sugar cane, kolanut, and other symbolic offerings in accordance with Yoruba custom and tradition.
Royal drums, prayers, and joyful faces filled the palace of the Ooni of Ife as Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II officially named his newborn twins alongside Yeyeluwa Mariam Ogunwusi.
The ceremony reflected the strength of Yoruba heritage as the princes were welcomed into the royal household with blessings, honour, and celebration.
24/05/2026
Happy 1st year coronation anniversaries to Aleyomore of Ido Osun Oba Olayinka Ishola Jokotola ll.
May Eledumare continue strengthen and Uphold you.
The ancient city of Ile-Ife stood in celebration as the Ooni of Ife and Olori Mariam Ogunwusi held the naming ceremony of their twin sons in a royal event filled with tradition and honour.
The princes were named Prince Adelowo, Adelanaire, Adejare, Adedunmininu, Ademola, Taiwo and Prince Adeleye, Adelanola, Adejuwon, Adedoyin, Adebola, Kehinde.
Warm congratulations to the royal family.