Celebration in Ile-Ife as Ooni Welcomes Twin Princes
By Matthew Eloyi
Joy and celebration swept through Ile-Ife on Friday following the announcement that the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and Queen Mariam have welcomed twin princes into the royal household.
The development was disclosed in a statement by the Director of Media and Public Affairs at the Ooni’s Palace, Mr Moses Olafare, who said the monarch gave thanks to Almighty Olodumare for the safe delivery of the babies and the wellbeing of their mother.
According to the statement, the birth of the twins has attracted goodwill messages from friends, associates, and admirers of the royal family, with many describing the development as a moment of joy for the ancient kingdom.
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The Ooni described the birth of the princes as a special blessing not only to the royal family but also to the entire House of Oduduwa.
Oba Ogunwusi further appreciated individuals who have continued to support the palace through prayers, love, and goodwill, noting that the occasion calls for thanksgiving and celebration.
The monarch also prayed that the newborn princes would grow in sound health, wisdom, peace, and greatness, while becoming worthy ambassadors of the cultural heritage of Ile-Ife and the Yoruba race.
