The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has hosted Afrobeats star Asake and his mother at the ancient palace in Ile-Ife, describing the singer as his son and celebrating his global achievements. The visit was made public in a video shared by the monarch on his official X account.
The footage showed Asake performing his hit song ‘Lonely at the Top’ before the Ooni and other dignitaries, after which the traditional ruler presented the artiste with a piece of artwork from his personal collection. The Ooni said the visit marked a meaningful homecoming for the singer.
In a statement, Oba Ogunwusi praised Asake’s mother, describing her as a steadfast pillar whose love and resilience played a key role in his success. He also commended the singer’s management team, led by his manager Lala, for their loyalty and commitment.
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The monarch further acknowledged the role of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, in shaping Asake’s journey, thanking the institution for nurturing him into a global music figure.
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