Ayodele Olalere
President, Nigeria chapter of the African Diaspora Ancestral Commemoration Institute (ADACI), Chief Fakunle Oyesanya, has celebrated the 10th year remembrance anniversary of his late mother, Chief Mrs. Gbemisola Oyesanya in grand style.
The remembrance ceremony coincided with the late patriarch of the family, Araba Adeboye Oyesanya annual Ifa Festival which comes up every 12th month of the year.
This year’s programme started with libation by Chief Ademola Fabunmi Araba of Iwaya kingdom.
While speaking on the significance of Ifá to humanity, Oyesanya described Ifa as a body of knowledge which has always been an essential part of life.
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“It forms the foundation of the all-governing principles of life for them(Yoruba). They consult Ifa for guidance and assurance on life situations such as before a betrothal; before a marriage; before a child is born, at the third day of birth (Ikosedaye); at successive stages in one’s life; child care and nurturing; choosing a career; before an Oba is enthroned; before a chief is installed; before a business venture is embarked upon; before anyone is appointed to civic office; before a war is prosecuted; before a journey is made; in times of crises; in times of sickness and even death,” he said.
He further explain that the main purpose of guidance in Ifa is finding one’s destiny, following one’s destiny, fulfilling one’s destiny and spiritual elevation.