The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and his third wife, Olori Tobi Phillips, are marking a joyous occasion as their twins, Prince Adesina and Princess Adesewa Ogunwusi, celebrate their first birthday today, March 16, 2025.
Taking to Instagram, the Ooni of Ife shared heartfelt words of gratitude and celebration. Reflecting on the double blessing that arrived a year ago, he described his twins as priceless treasures and prayed for their growth and success.
“One year ago, the Almighty King of Kings blessed the Royal House of Oduduwa with double joy — Ooreade and Oreade. You are our priceless treasures, and we pray you grow to fulfil your dreams and aspirations. May Olodumare’s endless grace touch everyone seeking such a blessing. With love, Dad,” he wrote.
Olori Tobi Phillips also shared her excitement on Instagram, marking this new chapter in their lives with grace and style.
“With a Splash of Royalty and a Sprinkle of Steeze, we open this New Chapter In Grace. Happy Birthday, PRINCE ADESINA & PRINCESS ADESEWA OGUNWUSI,” she wrote.
The twins’ birth was announced in March 2024, bringing immense joy to the royal family. At the time, the Ooni expressed gratitude to God for blessing them abundantly. Meanwhile, Olori Tobi, an ex-beauty queen, shared her emotional pregnancy journey, revealing how God turned her worries into testimonies. She joyfully declared that God had given her “double for her trouble.”
The twins were named following the traditions of Ile Ife, reflecting the cultural heritage of the Yoruba people.
Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi married Olori Tobi Phillips on October 9, 2022. Although the King was absent during the ceremony, his royal staff, guards, and chiefs were present to represent him. The Ooni is currently married to six wives, including Olori Mariam, Olori Elizabeth Akinmuda, Olori Ashley, Olori Ronke, and Olori Temitope.
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