In an interview with the Punch, her Majesty, Olori Wuraola Ogunwusi talks about her life as a queen and why she wears white outfits. Read excerpts below:
What are the challenges you face as a queen?
There are no challenges attached to being a queen. If anything, there are privileges and I am grateful. Sometimes, I like going to the market to shop because I love being around regular people. We learn so much about life through them. Life is such a long stretch of time and as much as I can, I try to live a normal life.
What do you consider to be the most fulfilling aspect of being the queen of Ife?
The fact that I have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people and women is quite fulfilling. Playing several roles in people’s lives is a big responsibility and the only time I feel fulfilled is when I see great results.
You wear only white attire. Does this have anything to do with your royal status?
Wearing white is significant to me on a personal level. I wear white not because I am married to the Ooni who also wears white. It is just coincidence. White signifies purity and I consider that to be momentous.