Ooni of Ife honours Ghana’s President Mahama with chieftaincy title
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has bestowed a prestigious chieftaincy title on Ghanaian President John Mahama. The ceremony took place in Ile-Ife as part of the Ooni’s 10th coronation anniversary celebrations on June 5, 2025. Dignitaries, including business leader Aliko Dangote and publisher Dele Momodu, attended the event. The title recognises Mahama’s contributions to humanity and global leadership.
What we know
- John Mahama received the title of Aare Atayeto Oodua of the Source from the Ooni of Ife on June 5, 2025.
- The ceremony was held at the Palace Square in Ile-Ife, Osun State, as part of the Ooni’s 10th coronation anniversary.
- Notable figures like Aliko Dangote and Dele Momodu were present at the event.
- The title honours Mahama as a leader who “reorganises the global space for humanity.”
- The Ooni recently also honoured Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, with a chieftaincy title.
