Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, has announced the birth of twin princes with his wife, Olori Mariam Ajibola Ogunwusi, in a development that has drawn widespread joy within the Royal House of Oduduwa.
The monarch confirmed the development on Friday, May 15, 2026, through his official social media platforms, where he expressed gratitude to God for the safe delivery of the children and confirmed that both the mother and the newborns are in good health.
He described the arrival of the twins as a divine blessing upon the royal household and appreciated the prayers and goodwill received from supporters and well-wishers.
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The announcement has since generated congratulatory messages from across the Yoruba traditional institution and the wider public, with many describing it as a moment of celebration for the ancient throne of Ile-Ife.
Oba Ogunwusi, who became the 51st Ooni of Ife in 2015, is one of Nigeria’s most prominent traditional rulers and a leading custodian of Yoruba culture and heritage.
The birth of the twin princes adds to the monarch’s growing family and marks another personal milestone within the royal palace.