Alaafin Extols Remi Tinubu On Installation As Yeye Asiwaju Oodua

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has hailed the Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her installation by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeleye Ogunwusi, as the Yeye Asiwaju Gbogbo Ile Oodua.

Oba Owoade described the new Yeye Asiwaju Oodua as a woman of substance characterised by inner strength and integrity as well as one who demonstrates strong character, self-belief and discipline.

LEADERSHIP recalls that the Ooni had on Sunday conferred the prestigious title on Senator Tinubu at the Palace Square in Ile-Ife as part of activities marking his 10th coronation anniversary.

In his congratulatory message on Monday by his Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, the Alaafin described Yeye Oluremi Tinubu as a “woman of substance who is characterised by inner strength, integrity, and purpose, possessing traits like resilience, confidence, empathy, and intelligence, focusing on meaningful impact over superficiality, balancing personal growth with contributing to others, and demonstrating strong character, self-belief, and discipline”.

The monarch stressed that the First Lady was an agent of change, a leader, and a reliable guide who adds value through her actions and ideas.

“The First Lady actively contributes to the world, supports causes, and aims to make a positive difference, pursues passions, prioritises well-being, and finds happiness in meaningful pursuits.”

The Alaafin emphasised that the First Lady is one who feels “comfortable in her own skin, values modesty, and avoids ostentation”.

He further extolled the Yeye Asiwaju Oodua as one who inspires others through her action, leads by example; a leader who creates value through her work and ideas and gives back to her community and supports the less fortunate.

“You are indeed a dependable figure who brings people together through understanding. In essence, you are defined by your profound inner qualities and positive influence,” Oba Owoade stated.