Ile-Ife

Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama has been conferred with a prestigious Yoruba chieftaincy title by one of Nigeria’s most revered traditional rulers, in a ceremony that underscored the deep cultural ties between West African nations. The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, bestowed the title of Aare Atayeto Oodua of the Source upon President Mahama…

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…