Ooni of Ife welcomes baby girl
The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has announced the birth of a royal princess with his queen, Olori Oluwatosin Ogunwusi.
The announcement was contained in a statement issued by his senior media aide, Sodiq Lawal, on Sunday.
“The Ooni gives all glory to Almighty Olodumare for His unfailing grace and the precious gift of new life. His Imperial Majesty heartily congratulates the entire House of Oduduwa on the blessed arrival of a royal princess through Her Majesty, Olori Oluwatosin,” the statement read.
Mr Ogunwusi, who described the newborn as a precious gift, expressed profound gratitude to God for the blessing.
He attributed the safe delivery to Olodumare’s unfailing grace and faithfulness, offering prayers that the newborn would flourish in wisdom, grace, honour and divine favour throughout her lifetime.
While assuring that Mrs Ogunwusi and the princess are in excellent health, Mr Ogunwusi prayed to the Almighty to grant the newborn a life filled with purpose, honour and abundant grace.
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