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Ooni’s palace reacts to Queen Naomi’s return rumors
Ooni’s palace says Queen Naomi’s return needs spiritual rites, not just a reunion.
In brief
Ooni’s palace says Queen Naomi’s return needs spiritual rites, not just a reunion. Ooni’s palace states Queen Naomi Silekunola can reconcile with Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi but returning to palace requires spiritual rites, not external events. Originally reported by Premium Times Nigeria.
Rumors of Queen Naomi’s return
Ooni’s palace reacted to rumors that Queen Naomi Silekunola might return after their recent university convocation appearance.
“The speculation began after the Ooni, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, attended Ms Silekunola’s convocation at Elizade University, Ondo State, on Friday.”
Viral video of reunion
A viral video showed the former couple exchanging pleasantries and interacting with their son Tadenikawo.
“A viral video showed the former couple exchanging pleasantries and interacting with their son Tadenikawo.”
Instagram post claims reconciliation
An Instagram post claimed the monarch was set to receive his former queen back into the palace.
“An Instagram post claimed that the monarch was set to receive his former queen back into the palace.”
Marriage history
Queen Naomi married the Ooni in October 2018 and welcomed their son in November 2020, ending the marriage in December 2021.
“Ms Silekunola married the Ooni in October 2018, and they welcomed their son in November 2020. In December 2021, she announced the end of the marriage, declaring that she would no longer be addressed as the Ooni’s wife or Queen of Ile-Ife.”
Spokesperson’s response
The Ooni’s spokesperson declined to confirm reconciliation but explained what would be required for Queen Naomi to return.
“The palace of the Ooni of Ife has reacted cautiously to speculations that the monarch’s former wife, Queen Naomi Silekunola, is preparing to return, following their public appearance together at her university convocation.”
Spokesperson’s details
Spokesperson Moses Olafare noted the Ooni attended Elizade University events before and cautioned against concluding Friday’s meeting was a reconciliation.
“Mr Olafare, who said he was in Liberia supervising one of the monarch’s mining investments, noted that the Ooni had attended events at Elizade University in the past and cautioned against concluding Friday’s meeting.”
Reconciliation possibility
The spokesperson said the former couple could reconcile like any other couple but returning to palace requires spiritual rites.
“They could easily reconcile with each other like any other couple. But for her to return to the palace requires a lot of spiritual rites, which could not have been performed at an external function such as where they recently met.”
Spiritual rites requirement
Returning to palace requires established spiritual and cultural procedures, not just a decision to reconcile.
“If the woman has made up her mind to return to her former marriage, it is allowed, but it is spiritually and culturally procedural.”
Queen Naomi’s departure
Queen Naomi left the throne on her own four years earlier, but spokesperson did not oppose reconciliation.
“Mr Olafare added that Ms Silekunola had left the throne on her own four years earlier. Still, he said he did not want his remarks interpreted as opposition to a possible reconciliation.”
Cordial relationship
The Ooni and Queen Naomi have maintained cordial relations since their separation, appearing together at public events.
“The Ooni and Ms Naomi have maintained cordial relations since their separation, with the two appearing together at a few public events, including the recently concluded Elizade University convocation.”
2024 reunion
In 2024, the former couple reunited at a praise night for Ooni’s Ojaja Park opening in Akure, Ondo State.
“In 2024, the former couple reunited at a praise night organised to mark the opening of the Ooni’s Ojaja Park in Akure, Ondo State.”
2024 event details
Queen Naomi attended with Tadenikawo, who became a major attraction at the event.
“Ms Naomi attended the ceremony with Tadenikawo, who became a major attraction.”
2024 event atmosphere
Guests surrounded Tadenikawo, dancing with him while the Ooni’s other wives interacted with Queen Naomi.
“Guests surrounded the four-year-old and took turns dancing with him. The Ooni’s other wives, Queens Temitope and Aderonke, also participated in the celebration.”
What to remember
Ooni’s palace states Queen Naomi Silekunola can reconcile with Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi but returning to palace requires spiritual rites, not external events.
