Popular Yoruba monarch, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi Adeyeye, the Ooni of Ife, has sparked widespread admiration on social media following a touching moment captured on video.
The viral clip shows the Ooni arriving at an event with his royal entourage when he suddenly reunites with an old friend.
In a rare public display of emotion, the Ooni instantly dropped his staff and moved forward to embrace the man, showing clear excitement at the unexpected reunion. As they exchanged pleasantries, the friend made several attempts to hug the monarch, but was respectfully stopped from fully embracing him — a reminder of the traditional protocols surrounding royal figures.
Despite the cultural boundaries, many online users were touched by the Ooni’s warmth and humility. The video also showed the old friend repeatedly prostrating in respect, while the Ooni remained visibly eager to connect, highlighting the deep sense of loyalty and friendship shared between them.
The video capturing the moment the Ooni of Ife reunited with an old friend is shown below;
@bolajiayo: That must be an important buddy! Baba wan gyrate before he remember say he be orisa.
@Dailygistz: That moment he handed his staff over… He wanted to hug him but tradition held him back 🥹♥️.
@nelsonsamson80: Someone said Yorubas are humble 😅😅😅😅 these people humble keh dem go use kneeling down and lying down dey deceive us……. Very wicked set of people, have met sweet and loving ones(girls) good guys also , but I no dey trust those type wey dey lay for ground , I prefer dis Agbero dem sef . Now cry 😭.
@captain_xplora: Did anyone notice what he did with the staff before handing it to the other guy?
@Nnewi300: This is good to watch. The man showed respect to the king. The king acknowledged a long time friend without formalities. Life no suppose hard.
Watch the video below;
The Ooni of Ife’s reaction after meeting his longtime friend. pic.twitter.com/rr7f7FGeJM
— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) July 9, 2025