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Ooni of Ife Palace

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The Ooni of Ife is the traditional ruler and custodian of Ile-Ife, considered the spiritual birthplace of the Yoruba people. The palace, known as Ile Oodua, is the seat of one of the most revered traditional institutions in Nigeria. The current Ooni, His Imperial Majesty Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, ascended the throne in 2015. The palace hosts important cultural ceremonies and serves as a center for Yoruba cultural preservation.

Location Details

Latitude: 7.4778
Longitude: 4.5567

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