A happy wedding anniversary to His Majesty Origame Atwatse III 21st Olu of Warri and Her Royal Highness Olori Atwatse III of Warri Kingdom.
The couple got married on November 15th 2014 and are parents to three children
HRH Olori Atwatse III of Warri was guest speaker at the launch of Human Capital Africa (HCA), an accountability and advocacy initiative spearheaded by Nigeria’s former Minister of Education, Dr. Obiageli Ezekwesili, in Abuja, the nation’s capital.
The advocacy initiative was launched on of the October 26th 2021 during the 27th Nigerian Economic Summit (NES27) themed – “Securing our Future: The Fierce Urgency of Now”
The consort to His Majesty Ogiame Atwatse III stated that His Majesty and herself have made it one of their top goals to direct their influence and increased investment toward their most valuable resource—the young people of Warri Kingdom. It is their ambition to create a bright future for the kingdom's children, one in which they will have opportunities not just to survive but also to flourish. When they talk about constructing the future, many people automatically think of public workers, politicians, and benefactors.
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She also revealed the aim of the Olu of Warri palace to leave an enduring educational legacy in Warri kingdom, just as she emphasized the importance of every kid receiving decent education regardless of class background
October 28, 2021
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Our second Women Crush for today is Her Royal Highness Queen Iyayota Ewuare of the Kingdom of Benin.
Her Royal Highness was born on December 29th and is the second wife of His Imperial Majesty Oba Ewuare II, Oba of Benin. Prior to being an Oloi or Queen was known as Obazuwa N'erie
Her Royal Highness was born on December 29th and is the second wife of His Imperial Majesty Oba Ewuare II, Oba of Benin. Prior to being an Oloi or Queen was known as Obazuwa N'erie
January 08, 2020
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A happy birthday to Her Royal Highness Olori Hadiza Yakasai Elegushi of Ikate Kingdom.
Her Royal Highness was born on December 4th, and is the second wife of His Royal Majesty Saheed Elegushi Kusenla III of Ikateland. The couple got married following the Northern Nigerian traditional rites in Kano earlier this year.
In his post on Instagram, His Royal Majesty wrote "On this day My Wife was born, it has only been God all the way, Alhamdulillah. Today, I celebrate my wife's birthday, Olori Hadiza Elegushi.
Being happy around you is an effortless thing for me; it just comes naturally. I pray that you live long to continue to make me happy, and I in return, will be here to ensure the smile on your face never seizes. May your heart be filled with joy and may our love continue to grow stronger and stronger. I celebrate you today and I will celebrate you always. Happy birthday my My Queen."
Her Royal Highness made her first public since the wedding two weeks to mark the 10th anniversary of the death of her father in law
Her Royal Highness was born on December 4th, and is the second wife of His Royal Majesty Saheed Elegushi Kusenla III of Ikateland. The couple got married following the Northern Nigerian traditional rites in Kano earlier this year.
In his post on Instagram, His Royal Majesty wrote "On this day My Wife was born, it has only been God all the way, Alhamdulillah. Today, I celebrate my wife's birthday, Olori Hadiza Elegushi.
Being happy around you is an effortless thing for me; it just comes naturally. I pray that you live long to continue to make me happy, and I in return, will be here to ensure the smile on your face never seizes. May your heart be filled with joy and may our love continue to grow stronger and stronger. I celebrate you today and I will celebrate you always. Happy birthday my My Queen."
Her Royal Highness made her first public since the wedding two weeks to mark the 10th anniversary of the death of her father in law
December 04, 2019
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A happy belated birthday to Her Royal Highness Olori Aishat Omowunmi Lawal of Ede Traditional Council in Nigeria.
Her Royal Highness celebrated her birthday on November 24th and is second wife to His Royal Majesty Oba (Dr.) Adesola Laminisa 1, Timi of Ede Kingdom. Together they have a child; one year old daughter HRH Princess Maryam Adedoyin Lawal.
Her Royal Highness celebrated her birthday on November 24th and is second wife to His Royal Majesty Oba (Dr.) Adesola Laminisa 1, Timi of Ede Kingdom. Together they have a child; one year old daughter HRH Princess Maryam Adedoyin Lawal.
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| HRM Timi of Ede and HRH Olori Aishat |
November 26, 2019
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A happy birthday to Her Royal Highness Olori Sekinat Aramide Elegushi of the Ikate Kingdom in Lagos State, Nigeria.
Her Royal Highness was born on November 10th 1986 to the famous Ipaye Bello family of Lagos Island and is the eldest daughter of Alhaji Morouf Bello and Alhaja Ramota Oshodi.
She did all her education in Lagos state, Nigeria and is an alumni of the University of Lagos where she graduated with a BSc. in Accounting. The Olori is a serial entrepreneur and owns various fashion boutiques, an interior designing agency and a family leisure Centre named in the state.
In 2003 she got married to His Royal Majesty Oba Elegushi of Ikate Kingdom with whom she has three children. She became Queen when her husband got crowned in April 27th 2010.
When she is not accompanying and supporting her husband in various activities, she supports various charities like women and children's causes, and is patron of philanthropic activities(arts).
Her Royal Highness was born on November 10th 1986 to the famous Ipaye Bello family of Lagos Island and is the eldest daughter of Alhaji Morouf Bello and Alhaja Ramota Oshodi.
She did all her education in Lagos state, Nigeria and is an alumni of the University of Lagos where she graduated with a BSc. in Accounting. The Olori is a serial entrepreneur and owns various fashion boutiques, an interior designing agency and a family leisure Centre named in the state.
In 2003 she got married to His Royal Majesty Oba Elegushi of Ikate Kingdom with whom she has three children. She became Queen when her husband got crowned in April 27th 2010.
When she is not accompanying and supporting her husband in various activities, she supports various charities like women and children's causes, and is patron of philanthropic activities(arts).
November 10, 2019
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A happy belated to Her Royal Highness Olori Badirat Olaitan Ajoke Adeyemi, Iya Ibeji of the Kingdom of Oyo.
Her Royal Highness who celebrated her 30th birthday on November 3rd at the Oyo palace is one of the youngest wife of His Imperial Majesty the Alaafin of Oyo, Alh. Dr. Lamidi Adeyemi III.
The couple are parents to three boys: TRH Prince Adejuwon Adeyemi and twins 1year old Princes Hammad Adeleye Adeyemi and Mubarak Adedamola Adeyemi.
She recently completed her national youth services and is patron to various charities in the kingdom. She is also the owner of various business in Oyo town
Her Royal Highness who celebrated her 30th birthday on November 3rd at the Oyo palace is one of the youngest wife of His Imperial Majesty the Alaafin of Oyo, Alh. Dr. Lamidi Adeyemi III.
The couple are parents to three boys: TRH Prince Adejuwon Adeyemi and twins 1year old Princes Hammad Adeleye Adeyemi and Mubarak Adedamola Adeyemi.
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| The Queen with her son Prince Adejuwon |
She recently completed her national youth services and is patron to various charities in the kingdom. She is also the owner of various business in Oyo town
November 04, 2019
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A new king has emerge in the Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State. The community of Odo-oro kingdom leaped for joy as the throne has finally found his sitter who ascended it on October 23rd.
His Majesty Oba Ojo Babatunde Adebayo Jemilehin Aladesodedero 1 who is a lawyer by trade became the 13th Onise of Odo-Oro Ekiti, succeeded the late Oba Joseph Ibiloye Ogusakin Olowoselu 1, who died on August 20th 2018. He was born a prince from one of three traditional ruling families the Niniosukarun Ruling House of Odo-oro Ekiti.
The two other ruling families Elilabojuawakawa and Akeejobiokikun joined the Onise Coronation Central Working Committee in all traditional and cultural activities and steps pertaining to the selection of the new Onise which was later approve by the Ekiti State.
Following this His Majesty moved to the palace where he went through the traditional rites and installation while waiting to take his staff of office, other paraphernalia and instruments of authority which will be presented by the state government and other traditional institutions on his coronation on November 1st.
The new Onise is married to HRH Olori Alaba Jemilehin Aladesodedero
His Majesty Oba Ojo Babatunde Adebayo Jemilehin Aladesodedero 1 who is a lawyer by trade became the 13th Onise of Odo-Oro Ekiti, succeeded the late Oba Joseph Ibiloye Ogusakin Olowoselu 1, who died on August 20th 2018. He was born a prince from one of three traditional ruling families the Niniosukarun Ruling House of Odo-oro Ekiti.
The two other ruling families Elilabojuawakawa and Akeejobiokikun joined the Onise Coronation Central Working Committee in all traditional and cultural activities and steps pertaining to the selection of the new Onise which was later approve by the Ekiti State.
Following this His Majesty moved to the palace where he went through the traditional rites and installation while waiting to take his staff of office, other paraphernalia and instruments of authority which will be presented by the state government and other traditional institutions on his coronation on November 1st.
The new Onise is married to HRH Olori Alaba Jemilehin Aladesodedero
October 31, 2019
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A happy birthday to Her Royal Highness Olori Eyesorun Tinuade Agbede, Olori of Igbara-Oke Kingdom in Ondo State, Nigeria.
Her Royal Highness is married to HRM Oba Alayeluwa Francis Adefarakanmi Agbede Ogidi III, Olowa of Igbara-Oke Kingdom. She is one of two wives to the Olowa.
Her Royal Highness is married to HRM Oba Alayeluwa Francis Adefarakanmi Agbede Ogidi III, Olowa of Igbara-Oke Kingdom. She is one of two wives to the Olowa.
October 12, 2019
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On Tuesday His Imperial Majesty Oba Lamidi Adeyemi of the Oyo Kingdom welcome the members of the World Twin Festival Committee Members at the royal palace.
His Imperial Majesty who is also a father of multiple twins(4 sets) from his wives and gets the title of Iku Baba Yeye(father of twins) was accompanied by his youngest wife Her Royal Highness Ayaba(Olori or Queen) Anu Adeyemi with who he had twins(girl and boy) and gets the title of Iya awon Ibeji (mother of twins).
The meeting was arranged by The Alaafin's daughter HRH Princess Folashade Adeyemi and the committee got the blessings of their royal father and patron
His Imperial Majesty who is also a father of multiple twins(4 sets) from his wives and gets the title of Iku Baba Yeye(father of twins) was accompanied by his youngest wife Her Royal Highness Ayaba(Olori or Queen) Anu Adeyemi with who he had twins(girl and boy) and gets the title of Iya awon Ibeji (mother of twins).
The meeting was arranged by The Alaafin's daughter HRH Princess Folashade Adeyemi and the committee got the blessings of their royal father and patron
October 08, 2019
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One of the greatest festival in Yoruba land and for which the Ife Kingdom and ancient town of Ile-Ife is known is the Olojo festival. It is the time to reflect on the people's socio-cultural lives of the kingdom and have also contributed immensely to the historic values of remembrance of “Ogun”, god of Iron, who is believed to be the first son of Oduduwa, progenitor of the Yoruba people.
Every year a whole month is devoted to it. Olojo began three weeks ago with His Imperial Majesty Alayeluwa Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi Ojaja II, Ooni of Ife AROLE ODUDUWA goes into seclusion, denial communing with the ancestors and praying for his people. This is to make him pure and ensure the efficacy of his prayers. Before he emerges, his female relatives sweep the Palace and it surrounding, symbolically ridding it of evil.
On the eve of the main event, he emerges in public with the Arè(pronounce A-ray) crown (King’s Crown), which is believed to be the original crown used by Oduduwa to lead a procession of traditional Chiefs and Priests to perform at the Shrine of Ogun. The next stage of the ceremony is to lead the crowd to Okemogun’s shrine. Here he performs duties including the renewal of oath, divination for the Ooni at the foot of Oketage hill by Araba (Chief Priest), as well as visiting places of historical importance.
At the shrine, the Kingdom's traditional chiefs with the swords of office marked with chalk and cam wood, appear in ceremonial attire and dance to rhythms from a traditional drum, the Bembe which style of drum and singing is different from one chief to the other. Whilst the Ooni dances to the drum called Osirigi.
And the grand finale was celebrated on September 27th and 28th with the main events taken place at the Ife Palace. On these days the Ooni, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi accompanied by his wife Her Imperial Majesty Olori Silekunola Moronke Naomi Ogunwusi, YEYELUWA OF THE SOURCE, were receiving people and distinguish guests.
This is also the time when The Ooni adorns his clothes like his ancestor Obalufon Ogbogbodirin, the 4th Ooni of Ife, who lived for over 500 years. After reigning for centuries, he was transformed into a deity.
Every year a whole month is devoted to it. Olojo began three weeks ago with His Imperial Majesty Alayeluwa Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi Ojaja II, Ooni of Ife AROLE ODUDUWA goes into seclusion, denial communing with the ancestors and praying for his people. This is to make him pure and ensure the efficacy of his prayers. Before he emerges, his female relatives sweep the Palace and it surrounding, symbolically ridding it of evil.
On the eve of the main event, he emerges in public with the Arè(pronounce A-ray) crown (King’s Crown), which is believed to be the original crown used by Oduduwa to lead a procession of traditional Chiefs and Priests to perform at the Shrine of Ogun. The next stage of the ceremony is to lead the crowd to Okemogun’s shrine. Here he performs duties including the renewal of oath, divination for the Ooni at the foot of Oketage hill by Araba (Chief Priest), as well as visiting places of historical importance.
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| The Ooni with the Are |
At the shrine, the Kingdom's traditional chiefs with the swords of office marked with chalk and cam wood, appear in ceremonial attire and dance to rhythms from a traditional drum, the Bembe which style of drum and singing is different from one chief to the other. Whilst the Ooni dances to the drum called Osirigi.
And the grand finale was celebrated on September 27th and 28th with the main events taken place at the Ife Palace. On these days the Ooni, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi accompanied by his wife Her Imperial Majesty Olori Silekunola Moronke Naomi Ogunwusi, YEYELUWA OF THE SOURCE, were receiving people and distinguish guests.
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| Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi and his wife HIM Olori Silekunola Moronke Naomi Ogunwusi |
This is also the time when The Ooni adorns his clothes like his ancestor Obalufon Ogbogbodirin, the 4th Ooni of Ife, who lived for over 500 years. After reigning for centuries, he was transformed into a deity.
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| Her Imperial Majesty looking majestic at the Olojo Festival |
September 30, 2019
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The Osogbo Kingdom is in joy, happiness and celebrations as the welcome a new royal into the ruling royal family.
Her Royal Highness Olori Oyetunji wife to His Royal Majesty Oba Jimoh Olanipekun Oyetunji, Ataoja of Osogbo welcome a new daughter last week.
The new princess will take the name of Princess Oyemomi Adetoun Oyetunji.
Her Royal Highness Olori Oyetunji wife to His Royal Majesty Oba Jimoh Olanipekun Oyetunji, Ataoja of Osogbo welcome a new daughter last week.
The new princess will take the name of Princess Oyemomi Adetoun Oyetunji.
August 04, 2019
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Her Majesty Olori Silekunola Moronke Ogunwusi, Yeyeluwa Oodua and queen consort of Ife-Ife Kingdom looked very radiant and gorgeous in newly released picture she posted on her instagram yesterday.
The beautiful Yeyeluwa Oodua looked radiant in a white gown
The beautiful Yeyeluwa Oodua looked radiant in a white gown
August 03, 2019
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A happy birthday to HRH Olori Mujidat Adeyemi who adds another year today in Oyo Kingdom.
The Oyo Queen consort is one of the senior wives of His Royal Majesty Dr. Oba Lamidi III of Oyo Kingdom in Nigeria.
The Oyo Queen consort is one of the senior wives of His Royal Majesty Dr. Oba Lamidi III of Oyo Kingdom in Nigeria.
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July 29, 2019
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Great Wife or senior wife for(West African kingdoms) is the honorific title applied to royal and aristocratic born consorts in kingdoms and states throughout the continent.
Historically great wives have played a great role in ruling alongside her husband(king, emperor or pharoah), were in charge of their husband's harem, and served a variety of priestly functions.
We will begin with a few great wives from kingdoms I have written about here on the blog. As the writings grow, I will be including a few others post.
1) Her Royal Highness Giwan DanMaje Sadiya Sanusi of The Kano Emirate, in Nigeria. You can read more about her by click the link above.
2) Her Royal Highness Queen Tandiwe of Western Mpondo was born as Princess Jessica Tandiwe Zulu the daughter of HM King Solomon Zulu of the Zulu Kingdom. In 1943, she became the first wife of Inkosi Enkhulu Tutor Nyangelizwe Vulindlela Ndamase, the 5th Paramount Chief of Western Pondoland with whom they have 3 children.
3) HRH Princess Magogo Zulu of the Zulu Kingdom. Daughter to HM King Dinuzulu kaCetshwayo, sister to HM King Solomon Zulu. In 1926, she married HRH Chief Mathole Buthelezi, Chief of the Buthelezi Clan.
4) HRH Princess Feziwe Ndamase or Queen Nondwe of the Xhosa of Western Pondoland. She was the daughter of Inkosi Enkhulu Tutor Nyangelizwe Vulindlela Ndamase, the 5th Paramount Chief of Western Pondoland and Queen Tandiwe. In July 5th 1979, she married Inkosi Enkhulu Xolilizwe Mzikayise Sigcawu, 9th Paramount Chief of the Gcaleka tribe.
5) HRH Queen Mother Bhongolethu Dlamini of Western Pondoland. She is the granddaughter of His Majesty King Sobhuza II of Eswatini(Swaziland) through his son HRH Prince Makhungu Dlamini. She was married to chief Makaziwe Ndamase of Western Pondoland, who was the first son of nkosi Enkhulu Tutor Nyangelizwe Vulindlela Ndamase, the 5th Paramount Chief of Western Pondoland and Queen Tandiwe. She became regent following the death of her husband. Her son HM King Ndamase Ndamase is the current 6th Paramount chief.
6) HM Queen Mother Lombekiso Dlamini of Eastern Pondoland. She is daughter of HRH Prince Makhungu Dlamini (son of HM King Sobhuza II of Swaziland). She is also the sister to the current Queen Mother of Western Pondoland. She was married to HM the late King Justice Mpondombini Thandizulu Sigcau, Paramount Chief of Eastern Pondoland. Following the death of her husband she became Regent.
7) HM Queen Mantfombi Dlamini-Zulu of the Zulu Kingdom: She is the daughter of HM the late King Sobhuza II of Swaziland. She is married to His Majesty King Goodwill Zwelithwi of the Zulu Kingdom and is the 1st wife
To be continued
Historically great wives have played a great role in ruling alongside her husband(king, emperor or pharoah), were in charge of their husband's harem, and served a variety of priestly functions.
We will begin with a few great wives from kingdoms I have written about here on the blog. As the writings grow, I will be including a few others post.
1) Her Royal Highness Giwan DanMaje Sadiya Sanusi of The Kano Emirate, in Nigeria. You can read more about her by click the link above.
2) Her Royal Highness Queen Tandiwe of Western Mpondo was born as Princess Jessica Tandiwe Zulu the daughter of HM King Solomon Zulu of the Zulu Kingdom. In 1943, she became the first wife of Inkosi Enkhulu Tutor Nyangelizwe Vulindlela Ndamase, the 5th Paramount Chief of Western Pondoland with whom they have 3 children.
3) HRH Princess Magogo Zulu of the Zulu Kingdom. Daughter to HM King Dinuzulu kaCetshwayo, sister to HM King Solomon Zulu. In 1926, she married HRH Chief Mathole Buthelezi, Chief of the Buthelezi Clan.
4) HRH Princess Feziwe Ndamase or Queen Nondwe of the Xhosa of Western Pondoland. She was the daughter of Inkosi Enkhulu Tutor Nyangelizwe Vulindlela Ndamase, the 5th Paramount Chief of Western Pondoland and Queen Tandiwe. In July 5th 1979, she married Inkosi Enkhulu Xolilizwe Mzikayise Sigcawu, 9th Paramount Chief of the Gcaleka tribe.
5) HRH Queen Mother Bhongolethu Dlamini of Western Pondoland. She is the granddaughter of His Majesty King Sobhuza II of Eswatini(Swaziland) through his son HRH Prince Makhungu Dlamini. She was married to chief Makaziwe Ndamase of Western Pondoland, who was the first son of nkosi Enkhulu Tutor Nyangelizwe Vulindlela Ndamase, the 5th Paramount Chief of Western Pondoland and Queen Tandiwe. She became regent following the death of her husband. Her son HM King Ndamase Ndamase is the current 6th Paramount chief.
6) HM Queen Mother Lombekiso Dlamini of Eastern Pondoland. She is daughter of HRH Prince Makhungu Dlamini (son of HM King Sobhuza II of Swaziland). She is also the sister to the current Queen Mother of Western Pondoland. She was married to HM the late King Justice Mpondombini Thandizulu Sigcau, Paramount Chief of Eastern Pondoland. Following the death of her husband she became Regent.
7) HM Queen Mantfombi Dlamini-Zulu of the Zulu Kingdom: She is the daughter of HM the late King Sobhuza II of Swaziland. She is married to His Majesty King Goodwill Zwelithwi of the Zulu Kingdom and is the 1st wife
To be continued
July 26, 2019
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A happy belated birthday to Her Royal Highness Giwan Sarkin Sadiya Ado Bayero Sanusi of the Kano Emirate, Nigeria.
Her Royal Highness was born on July 14th and is the daughter of late Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero. She has been married to His Highness Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, current Emir of Kano for over 20 years. The Emir and the Princess are cousin as the late Emir was his grand- uncle, brother to the current emir's grandfather.
As the first wife and a member by birth of a royal family Her Royal Highness was given the title of Giwa Danmaje (Great wife) by the Emir on the occasion of his instalment as 57th emir.
On July 12th, she was awarded the Commonwealth Business Women Nigeria Patron by the British High Commissioner to Nigeria.
Her Royal Highness was born on July 14th and is the daughter of late Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero. She has been married to His Highness Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, current Emir of Kano for over 20 years. The Emir and the Princess are cousin as the late Emir was his grand- uncle, brother to the current emir's grandfather.
As the first wife and a member by birth of a royal family Her Royal Highness was given the title of Giwa Danmaje (Great wife) by the Emir on the occasion of his instalment as 57th emir.
On July 12th, she was awarded the Commonwealth Business Women Nigeria Patron by the British High Commissioner to Nigeria.
July 14, 2019
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A Happy birthday to Her Royal Highness Olori Obazuaye N’erie, Queen Mother of the Benin Empire.
Her Royal Highness is the first wife of His Majesty Oba Ewuare II of the Benin Kingdom. She is the mother of Prince Ezelekhae Ewuare II, the Crown Prince of Benin,
The Queen Mother was formely known as Princess Iroghama when her husband was still The Crown Prince of the Kingdom and when was inducted the title of Obazuaye N'erie on March 30th 2017 by the Oba of Benin when he inducted his first three wives into the royal court of the Kingdom, following the conferment of traditional titles on them in Benin.
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Her Royal Highness is the first wife of His Majesty Oba Ewuare II of the Benin Kingdom. She is the mother of Prince Ezelekhae Ewuare II, the Crown Prince of Benin,
The Queen Mother was formely known as Princess Iroghama when her husband was still The Crown Prince of the Kingdom and when was inducted the title of Obazuaye N'erie on March 30th 2017 by the Oba of Benin when he inducted his first three wives into the royal court of the Kingdom, following the conferment of traditional titles on them in Benin.
July 10, 2019
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A Happy belated birthday to Her Royal Highness Olori Ayaba Rahamat Adeyemi who celebrated her 76th birthday yesterday June 30th.
Yesterday The senior Olori celebrate her birthday with family and friends
Her Royal Highness is the second wife of His Royal Majesty Oba Dr. Lamidi Adeyemi III Alaafin of Oyo Empire. They got married while the Yoruba monarch was still a young prince.
Yesterday The senior Olori celebrate her birthday with family and friends
July 01, 2019
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