Ooni Of Ife Welcomes New Wife, Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda (2024)

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By Oke Okeodunmorayo

17 May 2023 | 10:38 am

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has welcomed a new wife, Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda. The traditional wedding ceremony took place on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at the Ooni's palace in Ile-Ife, Osun State. Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda is a 30-year-old medical doctor from Ondo State. She is said to be a devout…

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The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has welcomed a new wife, Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda. The traditional wedding ceremony took place on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at the Ooni’s palace in Ile-Ife, Osun State.

Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda is a 30-year-old medical doctor from Ondo State. She is said to be a devout Christian and a strong believer in traditional Yoruba culture.

The Ooni’s marriage to Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda is his sixth marriage. He was previously married to Olori Naomi Silekunola, Olori Wuraola Ogunwusi, Olori Zaynab Otiti Obanor, Olori Morenike Naomi Badejo, and Olori Yetunde Ilori.

The Ooni’s marriage to Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda has been met with mixed reactions. Some people have congratulated the Ooni on his new marriage, while others have criticized him for marrying so many wives.

The Ooni has defended his decision to marry multiple wives, saying that it is a tradition in Yoruba culture. He has also said that his wives are all happy and that they are all treated equally.

The Ooni of Ife is a powerful and influential figure in Yorubaland. His marriage to Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda is a significant event in Yoruba culture. It is a sign that the Ooni is committed to preserving Yoruba traditions and culture.

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    Ooni Of Ife Welcomes New Wife, Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda (2024)

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    Who is Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda? ›

    Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda is a 30-year-old medical doctor from Ondo State. She is said to be a devout Christian and a strong believer in traditional Yoruba culture.

    What happened between Ooni of Ife and his wife? ›

    The queen announced her separation from the Ooni, confirming that her three-year marriage to the monarch had ended in December 2021. In her post on Instagram, the former Olori said she shall no longer be referred to as wife to the Ooni of Ife or as Queen of Ile-Ife but as the Queen of the people.

    Who is the 7th wife of Ooni? ›

    From the goings-on in the royal palace of the Ooni, the new wife is Dr. Opeoluwa Akinmuda. Thus, with her brilliance as the new cap for the monarch's harem, the other wives of the king look even more stately, aristocratic, true queens of a true king.

    Who are the six wives of Ooni of Ife? ›

    These beautiful and queenly Oloris; PRINCESS RONKE ADEMILUYI, OLORI MARIAM ANAKO, OLORI OPEOLUWA AKINMUDA, OLORI TOBILOBA PHILLIPS, PRINCESS ASHLEY AFOLASHADE ADEGOKE, OLORI TEMITOPE ADESEGUN. The intimidating profiles of Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II beautiful Oloris, read below…

    Who is Ooni's first wife? ›

    Before he was crowned Ooni, he had married Adebukola Bombata in 2008. Ooni had a daughter, Adeola Aanuoluwapo Ogunwusi, in 1994 from his former wife, Omolara Olatunbosun. The marriage crashed over unresolved issues. After becoming the Ooni, Oba Ogunwusi married Zaynab Otiti-Obanor from Edo State on March 16, 2016.

    Who is the sixth wife of Ooni? ›

    With the marital rites, Olori Temitope becomes the sixth wife to marry the Ooni of Ife in two months.

    Why is OONI marrying many wives? ›

    Also, having many wives is believed to prevent him from wandering and having sexual relations with many women. The Ooni of Ife said during his recent 48th birthday celebration that his plan was to have one wife and many concubines, but the institution of monarchy is beyond him.

    Who owns OONI? ›

    Ooni was founded by husband-and-wife team, Kristian Tapaninaho and Darina Garland. Before Ooni Kristian and Darina were running an education company to promote creativity, innovation and problem solving within school communities.

    When did OONI Sijuwade died? ›

    Alayeluwa Oba Okunade Sijuwade CFR (1 January 1930 – 28 July 2015) was the fiftieth traditional ruler or Ooni of Ife from 1980 to his death in 2015, taking the regnal name Olubuse II.

    How many wives does King Ogunwusi have? ›

    The Ooni of Ife Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (Ojaja 11) is on the rampage. He is not only on the rampage; he is also on a roll and continues to roll like a stone that, surprisingly, gathers moss. The highly respected traditional ruler has set the internet on fire and tongues wagging by marrying six wives in two months.

    Is Elizabeth Jack Rich the daughter of Ooni of Ife? ›

    The adopted daughter of the Ooni of Ife and wife of billionaire businessman Tein Jack, Elizabeth Jack Rich has described her new chapter as an age of peace, tranquility, and positivity.

    Who is the new Ooni? ›

    The current Ooni is Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II (born October 17, 1974).

    Is Ooni married to another wife? ›

    In September 2022, he married his first Olori, Mariam Anako, nine months after Olori Naomi, his ex-wife, confirmed the end of their three-year marriage. A few hours later, the Ooni married Elizabeth Opeoluwa Akinmuda in Magodo, Lagos.

    Who is Olori Temitope? ›

    As the sixth wife of the Ooni of Ife, Olori Temitope is also a dedicated philanthropist and CEO of Hopes Alive Initiatives (HAI), an advocacy program aimed at addressing socio-economic, cultural, and environmental challenges to uplift the most vulnerable in society.

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