Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday received the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ọjájá II, at his residence in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
The meeting was marked by warmth and mutual respect, highlighting the shared values and deep-rooted ties between the Yoruba and Ijaw communities. Jonathan described the visit as a strong reflection of the spirit of national harmony and the need for peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s ethnic groups.
He expressed appreciation to the Ooni and members of his delegation for the honor of the visit and for the royal gifts, which he said symbolize Nigeria’s diverse cultural wealth.
The former president noted that moments like this serve as reminders of the strength that lies in unity and mutual respect across different communities.
