He has been described as uncompromising in his fight against social injustice and tyranny. He has been acclaimed as a historian of international repute. He has also been hailed as an unrepentant Marxist scholar. He has been universally acknowledged as a teacher of teachers, father of many fathers, mentor of mentors and a teacher of…
Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja 11, has said that the history of the ancient city of Ile-Ife is deeper than what is available in academic institutions.
For me to build the legacy for the entire Kaaro-o-o-jiire race, that is known as Yoruba people, we are discovering every day that our history is deeper than what we have in various academic institutions
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The Summit, according to the Secretary, Planning Committee, Engr. Adekunle Olayinka will deliberate on the prevailing and future socio-political challenges as well as prospects of Yoruba nation.
He said the conference would focus on issues that border on the welfare, security and mutual coexistence of Yoruba people within a peaceful, stable and united Nigeria.
According to him, the summit would be held physically and virtually in strict compliance with the COVID-19 protocols.
The Summit, to be co-chaired by General Alani Akinrinade, former Chief of Defence Staff and High Chief Rashidi Ladoja and former Governor of Oyo State, will have in attendance present and former governors as well as notable past and present political office holders in the six southwest states of Lagos, Ekiti, Ogun, Ondo, Osun and Oyo.