Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmud is a 30-year-old medical doctor from Ondo State. She is a devout Christian and a firm believer in traditional Yoruba culture.

Marriage to Ooni of Ife

The Ooni’s marriage to Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda is his sixth marriage. He was previously married to Olori Naomi Silekunola, Olori Wuraola Ogunwusi, Olori Zaynab Otiti Obanor, Olori Morenike Naomi Badejo, and Olori Yetunde Ilori.

The Ooni’s marriage to Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda has been met with mixed reactions. Some people have congratulated Ooni on his new marriage, while others have criticized him for marrying so many wives.

The Ooni has defended his decision to marry multiple wives, saying that it is a tradition in Yoruba culture. He has also said that his wives are all happy and that they are all treated equally.

List of Ooni of Ife’s Wife

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi has again sparked reactions online as he picks yet another wife making it his sixth.

1. Olori Mariam Ogunwusi nee Anako

Olori Mariam Ogunwusi nee Anako is an Ebira woman from Kogi state. Before she married the Ooni, she worked at Nestoil Limited, an engineering procurement, construction and commissioning company within the Nigerian oil and gas sector.

2. Princess Ashley Adegoke

Olori Ashley was born into a ruling family in Ile-Ife, the Lafigido. The Princess is a certified chartered accountant with a master’s in accounting and finance from the University of Greenwich.

3. Olori Tobi Phillip

Olori Tobi is a native of Okitipupa, Ondo state. Reports say she had worked for the Ojaja for over six years before becoming his wife. The former beauty queen is a fashion entrepreneur and a model by trade. Tobi is the owner of the QTP luxury fashion outlet.

4. Princess Aderonke Ademiluyi

Born a royal, Olori Aderonke is the fifth newly wedded wife of the Ooni of Ife. Aderonke is the great-granddaughter of the late Ooni Ajagun Ademiluyi. She is a law graduate of West London University. She founded the African Fashion Week London in 2012.

5. Princess Temitope Adesegun

The fifth Olori of the Ile-Ife monarch is Princess Temitope Adesegun. She is a Lagos-based media personality with vast experience working in the public and private sectors. She was the personal assistant to the former secretary to the Lagos state government, Princess Aderenle Adeniran Ogunsanya, under the Babatunde Raji Fashola administration.

6. Olori Elizabeth Opeoluwa Akinmuda

Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda hails from Ondo State. She is a medical doctor, a Christian and a firm believer in traditional Yoruba culture as well. Her marriage to the Ooni of Ife on 20th May 2023 makes her the 6th wife to the Ooni of Ile-Ife.

Background on Oni of Ife’s Marriage

The Ooni of Ife Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (Ojaja 11) is on the rampage. He is not only on the rampage, but he is also on a roll and continues to roll like a stone that, surprisingly, gathers moss. The highly respected traditional ruler has set the internet on fire and tongues wagging by marrying six wives in two months. The remarkable thing about this feat is that those women are sophisticated.

They are women who are not only successful in their own rights but also can hold their own anywhere. And that gives the impression, which may be faulty though, that the Ooni has not just taste but also eyes for good things. Still, the Ooni is not done yet. He is unapologetically brazen. He still has a repertoire of surprises which he intends to unleash on Nigerians as long as increasing his harem is concerned.

However, Ooni’s name and reputation precede him. He had his first child out of wedlock at 19. That child has grown to be 29-year-old Princess Adeola. But there is no evidence that he was a polygamist at the time. Before this marriage spree, He had his first three wives, two before he ascended the throne of his ancestors and one after he had become a royal father. Though, unfortunately, none of them lasted. Even when he had those four women in quick succession, following the collapse of the previous ones, he was never a polygamist.

What is the Reason behind Ooni of Ife’s Many Marriage

Culturally, it is against Yoruba culture for the Ooni of Ife to just have one wife. It is believed that one wife might become too proud and might even try to usurp authority from him. In addition, having many wives is believed to prevent him from wandering and having sexual relations with many women. However, he can divorce any woman he finds disrespectful.

The Ooni of Ife said during his recent 48th birthday celebration that his plan was to have one wife and many concubines, but the institution of monarchy is beyond him.

FAQs

How many wives does Ooni of Ife have?

Ooni of Ife has Six (6) wives, namely Olori Mariam Ogunwusi nee Anako, Princess Ashley Adegoke, Olori Tobi Phillip, Princess Aderonke Ademiluyi, Princess Temitope Adesegun, and Olori Elizabeth Opeoluwa Akinmuda.

Who is the youngest wife of Ooni of Ife?

Olori Elizabeth Opeoluwa Akinmuda is the youngest wife of Oni of Ife. She is 30 years old (17 of October 1974)

Who is the first wife of Ooni of Ife?

Before he was crowned Ooni, Adebukola Bombata was Ooni’s first wife. However, the marriage ended forcing the Ooni of Ife to take another wife as he assumed office. Olori Mariam Ogunwusi nee Anako is the first wife of Oni of Ife.

How old is Ooni of Ife?

Ooni of Ife is 48 years old.

How rich is Ooni of Ife?

As of 2023, the Ooni of Ife’s net worth is estimated to be $75 million.

Can Ooni of Ife’s wife remarry after divorce?

Yes, a woman divorced from the Ooni of Ife can remarry after a divorce. However, it would require some traditional rites and she would be relieved of her title as Olori or Yeyeluwa. Otherwise, there may be serious consequences.