Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama was conferred with the prestigious Yoruba chieftaincy title of Aare Atayeto Oodua of the Source by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, at a colourful ceremony in Ile-Ife, Nigeria.
These images capture the investiture at Afewonro Park, showcasing the full splendour of Yoruba culture – from mounted cavalry escorts and traditional drummers to the moment President Mahama, dressed in elaborate Yoruba regalia, took the oath with a ceremonial sword.
