Ooni hosts and gives Americans Ile-Ife new names.

Tuesday, a few Americans with ties to the Kingdom of Ile-Ife were guests of Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the Ooni of Ile-Ife.

Ambassador Dotun Taylor, the Asoju Asa of Ile Oodua, led the Americans to the Ooni.

The Ooni emphasized the thrill that comes from identifying with one’s origins.

“If you take a closer look at yourselves in comparison to your kinsmen and women here, you will agree with me that there is no difference between us.

“The only difference is that my own forefathers missed the boat that yours caught up with.

“So, my dear children, you are welcome home and I pray that the meaningful names you are being bestowed with today will manifest in all your endeavours.

“Luckily for you, your source (Ile-Ife) which is within the Federal Republic of Nigeria is filled with lovely people and it’s a very safe environment,” Ogunwusi said.

He advised them to expand their business operations in Ile-Ife and take advantage of the numerous investment prospects.

Taylor began by stating that the guests are certain that they are of African descent since a scientific test, generally known as “Ancestral DNA,” revealed that they contain a significant amount of the African gene.

“Kabiyesi Alase, this is the product of your consistent investment in the promotion of our prestigious culture and preservation of the Yoruba history.

“This is the commencement of a process that will lead to the naturalisation of foreigners who are of black origin to becoming Nigerians and particularly Yoruba sons and daughters.

“We are working with all needed authorities in this regard including the Ministry of Interior and the traditional institution under the leadership of our father, the Ooni,” Taylor said.

Mrs. Delzora Dotson, who is now to be addressed as Mrs. Delzora Omotilewa Dotson, spoke on behalf of the Americans and praised the experience.

Dotson said she is eager to share her findings with her friends and family.

“Right now, I am feeling the connection of origination and I am happy to be back home,” she said.