Buhari, Osinbajo, Queen Elizabeth, others to attend Ooni Ogunwusi's coronation

Several dignitaries are expected to attend the final coronation of the new Ooni of Ife. They include President Buhari, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Senate President Bukola Saraki and House of Representatives Speaker Yakubu Dogara as well as the Queen of England.

The over one week event will climax next Monday with the presentation of staff of office by Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola.

Addressing a pre-coronation briefing at the palace yesterday, the monarch’s elder brother, Prince Adegboyega, said invites have been sent to 27 governors, members of the National Assembly and other dignitaries.

''There will be a coronation carnival round the town today. Tomorrow, there will be artistes’ coronation day,'' he said. ''On Thursday, there will be traditional worshippers’ day. A Jumat service will hold on Friday. Also on that day, there will be a youth carnival and fashion parade. A football match between Ajiroba FC and Shooting Stars of Ibadan is scheduled for Saturday. On Sunday, there will be an interdenominational service at Enuwa Square and inauguration of Ife Resorts. The grand finale is on Monday with the presentation of staff of office. The programme will be rounded off on December 13 with a thanksgiving service at St. Saviour Anglican Church, Ayegbaju, Ile-Ife.''

The Chairman, Publicity Committee, Biyi Odunlade, said December 7 has been declared a public holiday to allow residents participate in the programme.

According to Odunlade, the event will be historic.