The latest turmoil at the Ooni of Ife palace has left the internet humming with reports. Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ooni of Ife, and his wife, Queen Naomi Silekunola, have divorced.
The news broke this morning that the pair had split up due to irreconcilable issues and reasons only they knew about.
The status of the Ooni castle was discovered by a controversial blogger before it was announced and verified by the Queen.
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Earlier this morning, Queen Naomi took to her verified social media to reveal that she and her spouse have divorced.
“Today I announce the beginning of a new dawn and the close of a chapter. Today, I am a mother to God’s unique gift. I am no longer a slave to my thoughts of perfection. I, at this moment, announce that I shall no longer be referred to as wife to the Ooni of Ife or as Queen of Ile-Ife but as the Queen of the people and mother of my adorable Prince.”
Taking to social media, Nigerians expressed grief over their separation, urging for a reconciliation between the couple.
It would also be noted that some mocked the Ife monarch with the popular slang saying “Ooni don chop breakfast”.
Ezikpegoldamier: No this can’t be true,Queen mother you better go back and make things work;Don’t give up yet no !not now ! Not ever !they want you to give up but don’t let them win ! Don’t leave your position for someone else.
ashleym1958: Oni of ife yaff chop breakfast
olimarpot: Omg 😭😭😭 why did Oni allow this. So sad to read de gift of God maketh rich n adds no sorrow ur son will bring u all de love God bless u