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Ooni of Ife and Olori Mariam unveil twin princes
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and his wife, Olori Mariam, have formally unveiled their twin princes following the completion of traditional rites in Ile-Ife. The ceremony, held at the Ile Oodua Palace, took place approximately six months after the twins were born.
According to palace officials, the monarch was required to observe specific sacred customs and traditional rites prescribed for royal births in the ancient city before formally presenting the children to the public. The event was attended by royal fathers, government officials, and various dignitaries.
The first prince, Taiwo, was named Prince Adelowo, Adelanaire, Adejare, Adedunmininu, and Ademola. The second prince, Kehinde, was named Prince Adeleye, Adelanaola, Adejuwon, Adedoyin, and Adebola.