The Ooni of Ife, Arole Oduduwa, His Imperial Majesty, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, is set to install Olufunso Amosun, former First Lady of Ogun State, as Yeye Moremi Ajasoro Oodua — a revered cultural title inspired by the legendary Yoruba heroine Moremi Ajasoro.
The honour, deeply rooted in the history and traditions of Ile-Ife, widely regarded as the cradle of Yoruba civilisation, celebrates courage, sacrifice, and the enduring role of women in the preservation and advancement of Yoruba cultural heritage. The title symbolically reflects the timeless legacy of Queen Moremi, whose bravery and sacrifice in defending her people remain among the most celebrated stories in Yoruba history.
Olufunso Amosun, widely recognised for her longstanding involvement in cultural and humanitarian initiatives across the Yoruba nation, is set to attain a new level of prominence within the traditional institution of Ile-Ife. Her forthcoming installation as Yeye Moremi Ajasoro Oodua marks a significant elevation within the cultural and spiritual framework associated with the throne of Oduduwa. The installation ceremony has been scheduled for Saturday, 2nd May, 2026.
As part of activities leading to the installation, she paid a courtesy visit to the Ooni’s Palace in Ile-Ife on Tuesday, where she was warmly received by the esteemed queen of the monarch — Olori Aderonke Ademiluyi-Ogunwusi. The visit underscored the cultural significance of the forthcoming installation and reflected the traditional hospitality extended by the royal household.
A significant highlight of the visit was the moment Olufunso Amosun received royal blessings from the Ooni alongside revered elders of Ile-Ife, ahead of her grand installation. The symbolic gesture underscored the spiritual and cultural weight of the title, as well as the collective endorsement of the palace and traditional authorities.
The forthcoming installation is expected to attract traditional rulers, dignitaries, cultural stakeholders, and members of the Yoruba community from across Nigeria and the diaspora, highlighting the continued cultural influence and global significance of the Ooni’s throne as a symbol of Yoruba heritage and unity.
