The ancient throne of Ile-Ife has been filled with renewed celebration following the announcement that Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi and his wife, Yeyeluwa Mariam Ogunwusi, have welcomed twin princes into the royal household.
The development was confirmed by the House of Oduduwa, which described the arrival as a divine blessing and expressed gratitude for the safe delivery of the newborns.
According to the statement, both mother and children are in good health, marking a moment of joy for the royal family and the wider Yoruba traditional institution.
The palace expressed deep appreciation to God, describing the birth as another testimony of “wondrous works and abundant blessings” upon the royal household.
It congratulated the entire House of Oduduwa and the Olori, noting that the twins were delivered safely and are receiving appropriate care.
Yeyeluwa Mariam Ogunwusi, who has maintained a relatively private public profile in recent times, is reported to be recovering well following the birth.
The palace did not disclose further personal or medical details, maintaining its tradition of privacy while focusing on celebration and thanksgiving.
Olori Mariam was traditionally received into the Ile-Oodua Palace in September 2022, formally becoming part of the Ooni’s household under Yoruba customary rites.
Now, approximately four years into her union with the monarch, the arrival of twin princes marks a significant milestone in the royal family’s public journey.
The throne of Ile-Ife remains one of the most influential traditional institutions in Nigeria, widely regarded as the spiritual source of Yoruba kingship.
As such, developments within the palace often attract national attention, symbolising continuity, heritage, and cultural identity across Yoruba land and beyond.
With celebrations ongoing within the palace, the birth of the twin princes adds another chapter to the legacy of the House of Oduduwa, reinforcing themes of unity, divine favour, and royal continuity.