Why ooni Is Trending Today?

The Alaafin of Oyo, a prominent Yoruba monarch, has been in the news recently due to a series of events involving him and the Ooni of Ife, another influential Yoruba king. Ifa worshippers have intervened, urging the Ooni to sheath his swords in the ongoing dispute. The Alaafin has also spoken out about the issue, with his comments sparking mixed reactions. A viral video has emerged where the Alaafin breaks his silence on the matter. Meanwhile, the Alaafin has been recognized by UNESCO, with a certificate presented to him by Professor Musawa. The root of the current royal feud can be traced back to the actions of the fathers of today's Ooni and Alaafin. In a separate incident, the Alaafin reportedly snubbed a handshake from a minister appointed by Bola Tinubu, the former governor of Lagos state. However, new facts have emerged that suggest the incident may not have happened as initially reported.

The Alaafin of Oyo, a prominent Yoruba monarch, has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the Ooni of Ife, demanding the revocation of a chieftaincy title conferred on a businessman. The title in question is the Okanlomo of Yorubaland, which was given to a man named Sanusi 'Ilaji' by the Ooni. The Alaafin has threatened consequences if the Ooni fails to comply with the ultimatum. The move has sparked tension and reactions from various stakeholders, with some challenging the Alaafin's authority to issue such an ultimatum. The Ooni's media aide has also responded to the ultimatum, while the Ooni himself has not yet publicly reacted to the situation. Meanwhile, a lawyer has clarified that the Supreme Court has not granted the Alaafin supremacy rights over other Yoruba monarchs.