How Billionaire Adebutu Reconciled Ooni And Alaafin

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, have finally resolved years of perceived rivalry between their two ancient kingdoms.

The reconciliation took place on Friday at the Eko Hotel Signature Building in Lagos. The meeting was facilitated by respected businessman and philanthropist, Sir Kessington Adebutu, who convened the peace session as part of his 90th birthday celebration.

According to a statement from the Ooni’s palace, both monarchs renewed their commitment to peace, unity, and the collective progress of Yorubaland.

“They announced the creation of a Joint Council of Yoruba Unity, a body that will focus on peacebuilding, cultural preservation, and socioeconomic development across Yorubaland,” the statement said.

In a communiqué jointly signed after the meeting, the Ooni and the Alaafin stressed the importance of continued collaboration and dialogue among Yoruba traditional institutions.

“Today marks a defining moment in our shared history. We are committed to promoting harmony among Yoruba sons and daughters and to upholding the sacred values of mutual respect and brotherhood bequeathed to us by our forebears,” the communiqué stated.

The event was attended by several Yoruba leaders, traditional rulers, and cultural custodians. Discussions centered on strengthening ties between kingdoms and inspiring other monarchs to embrace peace and cooperation.

In their closing prayers, both rulers jointly sought divine guidance and prosperity for Yorubaland, Nigeria, and Africa as a whole. The ceremony ended with an exchange of goodwill and royal blessings between the thrones of Ile-Ife and Oyo.

Speaking after the meeting, Sir Kessington Adebutu expressed joy over the historic reconciliation, describing it as a symbolic step toward lasting peace and progress.

“I am deeply fulfilled to witness this moment of unity between our two foremost monarchs. This milestone will go a long way in fostering harmony, development, and pride among the Yoruba people,” Adebutu said.

The reconciliation has been widely celebrated across the South-West as a new chapter in Yoruba history — one that replaces rivalry with cooperation and promotes unity among the region’s traditional institutions.
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