Olowu of Kuta Celebrates Ooni at 52, Seeks Divine Wisdom, Peace for Yoruba Land
KUTA, Osun State — The Olowu of Kuta Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Hammed Adekunle Oyelude Makama, Tegbosun III, CON, has congratulated the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, on his 52nd birthday, praying for divine wisdom, good health and a peaceful reign.
The Olowu conveyed his congratulatory message in a statement issued from his palace, extending warm felicitations to the Ooni on the occasion of his birthday.
Oba Oyelude Makama prayed for God’s continued guidance and protection for the foremost Yoruba monarch as he carries out the responsibilities associated with his revered traditional institution.
He expressed hope that the new year would bring the Ooni renewed strength, sound health and the wisdom required to continue providing leadership within the traditional institution.
The Kuta monarch also prayed for sustained peace, unity and development in Ile-Ife, the ancestral home of the Yoruba people, and across Yorubaland.
He stressed the importance of preserving Yoruba cultural heritage, traditions and values, noting that such efforts would help ensure that younger generations remain connected to their history and ancestral identity.
According to the Olowu, the continued preservation of indigenous customs and traditions remains vital to sustaining the Yoruba people’s cultural identity and strengthening their sense of shared heritage.
He further wished the Ooni personal fulfilment and greater accomplishments in the years ahead, expressing confidence that his reign would continue to be associated with peace and the promotion of cherished cultural values.
Oba Oyelude Makama also extended his goodwill to the Ooni on behalf of the government, traditional institution and people of Kuta Kingdom, wishing him a memorable and fulfilling birthday celebration.
The Olowu’s message highlighted the importance of mutual goodwill and solidarity among traditional rulers in promoting peace, unity and the preservation of indigenous institutions across Yorubaland.
He prayed that the Ooni would continue to enjoy divine favour and the support required to discharge his royal responsibilities effectively.
The congratulatory message also underscored the significance of traditional rulers in safeguarding cultural heritage and encouraging peaceful coexistence among their subjects and communities.
Oba Oyelude Makama concluded by wishing the Ooni many more years of good health, wisdom and a peaceful reign, praying that his leadership would continue to contribute to the progress of Ile-Ife and the wider Yoruba nation.