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We don’t want to lose our identity, dignity – Northern Yoruba obas tells Ooni


Yoruba traditional rulers with their domains in the northern part of the country have pleaded with the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi not to abandon them.

The monarchs, majorly from Kwara and Kogi States, in the North Central regions, during a courtesy visit to the Ooni in Ile-Ife, said they needed all necessary assistance from the kinsmen to retain a link with their ancestral roots.

A statement issued by the Ooni’s spokesperson, Moses Olafare stated that the monarchs were led to the Ile-Oodua palace by the Obaro of Kabba, Oba Dele Owoniyi.

Oba Awoniyi is his remark, said, “Kabiyesi, we have a lot of work to do for our people with regards to where we found ourselves in modern Nigeria. There are real issues of development deficit which I am sure we can overcome with your might and influence. Be assured that our loyalty to the ancient throne of Oduduwa is never in doubt.”

Corroborating the Obaro’s position, the Elulu of Mopa, Oba Muyiwa Ibeun, said the monarchs in northern region look up to the Ooni for leadership, saying, “this is homecoming for me and my colleagues here, we are here to thank Your Imperial Majesty as well as commending you for dignifying the prestigious traditional institution.”

In his remark, the Elejuku of Ejuku (Kogi State), explained that most children of Oduduwa of Okun origin are at great disadvantage as they are often regarded as second or third Yoruba.

“Kabiyesi Ooni, we are tired of being referred to as lesser Yoruba because of our location, those who demarcated us in those days did not consult us and that is why they did not factor in our peculiarities.

“We want you to use your connection and position to return us home and reunite us with our kinsmen. We are your children and we cannot afford to be regarded as lesser descendants of Oduduwa.” The monarch noted.

The stance was buttressed by the Olusin of Isin, Kwara State, Oba Solomon Oloyede who added that the Ooni must not relent in ensuring that all descendants of Oduduwa are in perfect condition at all times.

Responding, Oba Ogunwusi assured the monarchs that their kinsmen in the southwest region duly recognised and appreciated them.

Chinkoalhaji34:
So, the Northern Yoruba Obas are suddenly concerned about identity and dignity?

Funny how Peter Obi was all about unity, yet here we are with divisions popping up like weeds.

If only he had focused on real issues instead of playing politics with people's emotions.

Ooni, keep doing your thing; some of us recognize true leadership when we see it.

Ikaeniyan0:
Some people who are not Yorubas will be so bitter and angry about this news even though they are not Yorubas or share border with any part of Yoruba land

Morbeta11:
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2024/08/we-dont-want-to-lose-our-identity-dignity-northern-yoruba-obas-tells-ooni/#google_vignette

Chinkoalhaji34:
So, the Northern Yoruba Obas are suddenly concerned about identity and dignity?

Funny how Peter Obi was all about unity, yet here we are with divisions popping up like weeds.

If only he had focused on real issues instead of playing politics with people's emotions.

Ooni, keep doing your thing; some of us recognize true leadership when we see it.

Cindypresh:
It's very easy to know people who have never traveled pass their ilu-aje village in their entire life.

Kwara and kogi no get boundary with Yoruba land??

You even go school at all??

Guestlander:
What boundaries are there between Yorubas in West Africa that are not man made?
Are the like the boundaries between SW and SE?

Cindypresh:
The post is about Nigeria not west Africa.

Cindypresh:
It's very easy to know people who have never traveled pass their ilu-aje village in their entire life.

Kwara and kogi no get boundary with Yoruba land??

You even go school at all??

Chinkoalhaji34:
So, the Northern Yoruba Obas are suddenly concerned about identity and dignity?

Funny how Peter Obi was all about unity, yet here we are with divisions popping up like weeds.

If only he had focused on real issues instead of playing politics with people's emotions.

Ooni, keep doing your thing; some of us recognize true leadership when we see it.

SmartPolician:
Agbadorians are so obsessed with Peter Obi that they mention his name where it ought not to be mentioned.

You will accuse Peter Obi of stealing your papa blokkos soon.

Chinkoalhaji34:
So, the Northern Yoruba Obas are suddenly concerned about identity and dignity?

Funny how Peter Obi was all about unity, yet here we are with divisions popping up like weeds.

If only he had focused on real issues instead of playing politics with people's emotions.

Ooni, keep doing your thing; some of us recognize true leadership when we see it.