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Making of Ooni Ogunwusi: The Facts!

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By Olawale Olaleye

Some folks had challenged me earlier today to put out my facts as far as the emergence of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II is concerned and I’m doing just that now. From a few of the responses on the thread of my previous posts, it’s evident that the truth had been lost in the mix, either by design or default. But I’ll see to it now and set it straight.

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In a concise form, I’d try as much as possible to reveal some of the untold stories of the emergence of the Ooni, with the hope that those, who had disagreed with me, would come out with their own facts, not necessarily agreeing with me.

I’d like to start by admitting that, Oba Ogunwusi as the 51st Ooni of Ife, was definitely ordained by God, and not any man, else enough efforts were made to frustrate his emergence. However, it was a destiny fulfilled through the instrumentality of certain individuals, but certainly not the Ifa Eko or Lion of Bourdilon as many delightfully believed.

For the record, Ile-Ife has four ruling houses, and I will list them with the respective predecessors to the current Oba. They are, Ooni Ademiluyi from the Lafogido rulling house; Ooni Aderemi, from Oshikola rulling House; Ooni Sijuade from the Ogboru rulling House and of course, the incumbent, Ooni Ogunwusi, from the Giesi rulling House.

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Thus, following the passing of Ooni Okunade Sijuade, in July of 2015, Ile-Ife was literally thrown into a frenzy and turmoil, as the selection of a successor had elicited the interest of Lagos political leader, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, who had an agenda to install his friend, Prince Dipo Eludoyin. But the prince was not interested and refused to be dragged into the tussle for the Obaship. In fact, he left for London, just to be out of sight.

Not satisfied, Tinubu went on to poach Prince Ayedun, a former commissioner in former Governor Rauf Aregbesola’s cabinet. That too was not to fly, because of the more intricate dimensions to the choice of the new Ooni, which would not ignore the standard process.

Mindful of the fact that the selection of the new Ooni was to come from the rotational system gazetted by the government of the late Chief Bola Ige in 1980, it would be nearly impossible to bypass the Giesi ruling house. That one factor, unfortunately, stood against all the machinations of Tinubu known to disrespect rules and process in everything.

With the Gazette, the Giesi rulling house was next to produce the new Ooni but Tinubu, as he is known to do with his other choices, wanted to politicise this renowned Yoruba tradition for his own political interests and gains. Whatever they were! But the Ife people resisted any such moves and his plot was subsequently exposed to former President Olusegun Obasanjo, who would naturally stand in opposition camp with Tinubu.

At this point, Obasanjo, a close friend to the leader of the Giesi rulling house, Professor Adeyemi Aderibigbe, a 95-year old former Deputy Minister of Defence to the then Defence Minister Ribadu (father of Nuhu Ribadu), took it up upon himself to salvage the Yoruba culture and tradition.

Having had a full knowledge of Tinubu’s moves to compromise the process, Obasanjo made a call to Aso Rock and told Professor Aderibigbe to go and report Tinubu’s efforts at truncating the traditional process of selecting the new Oba by its 16 Kingmakers to the president, Muhammadu Buhari. Of course, Baba Iyabo facilitated the appointment, even though the professor too has a rich network at the seat of power.

Incidentally, and perhaps, by providence, on the day Professor Aderibigbe got to the Villa, he was ushered into a waiting area and behold, Tinubu and Chief Bisi Akande were already seated, also waiting to meet with the president.

After about 10 minutes, President Buhari walked in and immediately elected to speak with the oldest man first, whom he knew from his previous cabinet as Head of State.

Typical of old men, who have nothing to lose, Professor Aderibigbe wasted no time to expose Tinubu’s plans in the presence of the President and Baba Akande and the President immediately turned to Asiwaju for response and reason for his involvement since this was an Osun matter and not Lagos State.

Obviously not expecting such an attack, Tinubu was clearly cornered and immediately backed down on his mission to install the new Ooni. The president’s intervention needed no further clarification.

Meanwhile, it is true that the Elegushi had earlier taken the Ooni to Tinubu before his eventual emergence, in the hope that he would buy into the idea, but Tinubu’s mind was already made up on the person he wanted as the new Ooni and that visit was just a formality. It was of no consequence. Oba Ogunwusi was the preferred choice, allegedly tipped for the throne even by the late Ooni.

Besides, Aregbesola too had been receiving calls from prominent people, who prevailed on him not to disrupt a process already known to tradition. He was said to have squealed to his leader, that there might be crisis in Ile-Ife if he altered the process and urged that things be left as they were, because he was on the ground as governor.

Of course, that’s Tinubu for you. When Hon. Abike Dabiri and others took Hon. Mulikat Adeola to him in 2011 as the choice candidate for speaker, House of Representatives, how did that visit change the fact that he later had a deal with the other side and conceded the slot of the South-west to the north for purely selfish reasons, even after he had given his word to Mulikat.

Therefore, for those who did not know what the facts are, stop the falsehood. Tinubu did not support the Ooni, let alone make him one. He has no stake whatsoever in his Obaship. Pure and simple!

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Grace Nation PHDS: To Every Battle there is a Spirit Behind It – Dr Chris Okafor

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Grace Nation PHDS: To Every Battle there is a Spirit Behind It – Dr Chris Okafor

.. Grace Nation International Visitors Impartation conference recorded huge testimonies

 

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The major Problem of a Man is caused by the unclean spirit leaving within his household, because whenever a man is in bondage a spirit is behind it.

Grace Nation PHDS: To Every Battle there is a Spirit Behind It - Dr Chris Okafor

 

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This and more are the foundation raised at the Grace Nation international midweek Prophecy, Healings, Deliverance and Solution service PHDS held at the International Headquarters of the church in Ojodu Berger Lagos Nigeria.

In the sermon delivered by the Lead Pastor, Grace Nation world-wide Popularly known as the Generational Prophet Dr Chris Okafor with title “Breaking Demonic Yoke” said for someone to Break out of demonic yoke, there are some unclean Spirit that has to be dealt with.

The Popular Lagos Televangelist also remarked that though God has given and empowers his children to deals with unclean spirit and cast them away stated further that you must also leave a life full of clean hand and commitment to the things of God to be empowered by God to break demonic yokes.

The Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor remarked that when you work for God, he in return work in your Favour, When you leave a life of Purity, serve your God in truth and in Spirit, be a soul winner, then God will empower you with what it takes to break yoke, cast out demons, No matter how it comes with God’s empowerment , yea shall overcome and every hidden spirit behind any kind of Bondage shall be broken, because the spirit of God is responsible to bring Liberty and you will Be free indeed, To Every Negative things that happen , satan has a hand in it says the Generational Prophet of God.

Meanwhile the Annual International Visitors Impartation conference has recorded very huge testimonies from Participants at the one week long conference.

The Conference recorded over 2000 participants who came across the Globe at the International Headquarters of Grace Nation world-wide in Ojodu Berger Lagos Nigeria.

A Participant who will not want her name mentioned who came from United state of America said the battles that has leaved with her for over 2 decades disappears within few seconds after God servant lay hand on her just like that, Another participants said Dr Chris Okafor teachings open her eyes to how to go about the battles she is confronting saying the eyes opener has helped her wins her battles, while another participants said what he has been looking for , since over 7years God uses his servant to hand it over to him. Lots and lots of testimonies at the ongoing international Visitors Impartation conference, the program will come to end on Sunday 28th April 2024 with a special thanksgiving service at same Venue by 7am-11am.

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Prophet Fasola launches inspirational book, ‘Knowing Your Position in Christ’ on Amazon

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Prophet Fasola launches inspirational book, ‘Knowing Your Position in Christ’ on Amazon

 

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Upwardly mobile Evangelist, Prophet Idowu Fasola, otherwise known as Broda Woli has launched his inspirational book, ‘Knowing Your Position in Christ’ on Amazon.

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‘Knowing Your Position in Christ’ is an exciting book that uncovers the reader’s identity and purpose as a Christian.

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According to the author, in the book, readers will “learn that, through your faith in Jesus, you’re welcomed into God’s family with open arms. You gain salvation, righteousness, and an incredible inheritance. This book will help you grasp your new identity in Christ and inspire you to live in a way that truly honors God.”

 

Prophet Fasola (Broda Woli) is the Shepherd-in-Charge of Celestial Church of Christ Hirahjahman Parish. He has a deep understanding of the teachings of Christ and a passion for sharing them with others.

In addition to his spiritual gifts, Prophet Fasola is also versatile in many other areas, including Writing, Songwriting, Content
Creation, Video editing, Graphics Design, and using social media to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Through his book, Prophet Fasola aims to inspire and guide others to better understand their position in Christ and to live out their faith in meaningful ways. With his passion for sharing the message of hope and love found in Jesus Christ, Prophet Fasola is dedicated to helping others grow in their relationship with God and to live a life of purpose and fulfillment.

 

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The Limit Breaker : Dr Chris Okafor Storm’s Asaba With The Good News,The Limit Breaker Conference, Receives Heroic welcome.

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The Limit Breaker : Dr Chris Okafor Storm’s Asaba With The Good News,The Limit Breaker Conference, Receives Heroic welcome.

 

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Sahara Weekly Reports That The Generational Prophet of God and Convener Chris Okafor world Outreach Ministries COWOM Dr Chris Okafor has Landed in the ancient city of Asaba Delta State Nigeria, for a three days Prophetic, Family deliverance Conference, The Limit Breaker.

 

 

 

 

The Limit Breaker : Dr Chris Okafor Storm's Asaba With The Good News,The Limit Breaker Conference, Receives Heroic welcome.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Senior Pastor of Grace Nation international aka Liberation City Dr Chris Okafor arrives Asaba with his Entourage ready to spread the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ to all the good people of Delta State.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Popular Lagos Prophet receives a powerful heroic welcome with urobo dialet songs , powerful welcome presentation from his children in Asaba Delta State.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In his reaction the Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor thank all his Sons and Daughters in Asaba for the welcome ceremony and prayed that the blessings they will receive within the 3 days of the conference will blow there imagination. The Clergy said in the next 3 days God will be in Town to break every Limitations in there life, saying when God comes to town in a revival anything can happen.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Oracle of God challenged all his Sons and Daughters to invite there love one, friends and family Member to be part of the 3 Days Prophetic conference because Barriers will be broken, inheritance battles will Be destroyed, Good jobs will be release, every one looking for Foreign benefits will receive, Miracle babies will be release, deliverance, Healing, Restoration, Miracles and Solutions to all kind of Problems will be available, the Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor confirmed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Limit Breaker Conference will hold between 18th-20th of April 2024, The Venue is the dome event Centre Asaba Delta State Nigeria., While on Saturday 20th April 2024, the Venue will Be 30 Amechi Iyah way Opposite Traditional Rulers Council Asaba.

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