Ooni of Ife Loses Elder Brother, Family to Announce Burial Arrangements

Ooni of Ife Loses Elder Brother, Family to Announce Burial Arrangements

  • The Ooni of Ife has been thrown into mourning following the death of his immediate elder brother, Prince Adetunji Ogunwusi
  • The late prince was celebrated for his achievements in business and his lasting contributions to leadership and community development
  • Tributes have continued to pour in as the family prepares to announce burial arrangements, with more details emerging

The Ooni of Ife has lost his immediate elder brother, Prince Adetunji Ogunwusi, whose death was announced on Sunday in a statement by the Ooni of Ife Leadership Colloquium.

"It is with profound sadness that we received news of Prince Adetunji Ogunwusi's passing, leaving family, friends, associates and countless admirers mourning deeply," the statement said.
Tears flow as Ooni of Ife loses one of his closest family member
Tragedy strikes as Ooni of Ife loses dearest brother. Credit: @ooniofife
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The group described Prince Adetunji as a distinguished businessman who served as Chairman of Primewaterview Limited.

He was praised for his integrity, vision, and commitment to excellence, qualities that earned him respect among colleagues, business partners, and aspiring entrepreneurs.

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According to the statement, his life was marked by resilience, humility, generosity, and purposeful service. His passing was described as a significant loss to the Ogunwusi family, Nigeria's business community, and traditional institutions.

"Our heartfelt condolences are extended to the Ooni of Ife with sincere prayers for divine strength," the statement read.

The colloquium also sympathised with members of the Ogunwusi family, friends, associates, and colleagues of the deceased, praying that they would find comfort during this period of mourning.

It added that Prince Adetunji’s contributions to commerce, leadership, and community development would remain an enduring legacy.

"May Prince Adetunji Ogunwusi rest in perfect peace, while his remarkable legacy continues inspiring generations with dignity, honour, compassion, wisdom and excellence," the statement concluded.

Burial arrangements are expected to be announced by the family in due course.

Ooni of Ife devastated as beloved family member passes away
Grief overwhelms Ooni of Ife following tragic family loss. Photo credit@ooniofife
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Chinasa Afigbo (Entertainment Editor) Chinasa Afigbo is a pop culture/music journalist and content writer with over four years of experience in other mainstream media organisations, including Vanguard Media and Guardian Life. She holds a degree in Information Management Technology from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO). She also moved on to pursue a program in media and communications. Chinasa has also been published in other Intl journals, like The African Report. Reach her at: chinasa.afigbo@corp.legit.ng.