Ooni of Ife’s Wife, Olori Wuraola’s Humaneness

Without gainsaying, providence has been kind to Olori Wuraola, wife of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi.

Humble and appreciative, Olori Wuraola never trivialises the teachings of the holy Bible, which include that the rich should be a source of joy to the needy.

Apart from the biblical injunction, her philosophy of life is deeply rooted in the aphorism that wealth is nothing if it cannot be used for the advancement of society and mankind.

Consequently, Olori Wuraola is presently calling the attention of Nigerians to the plights of orphans and widows, especially in the South West.

Her organisation, the Olori Wuraola Orphan Aid Project, an initiative under The House of Oduduwa Foundation, is working hard to empower the less-privileged children in Nigeria, regardless of their cultural and religious affiliations.

It was  recently disclosed to Spyglass that she set out to help young orphans fulfill their potentialities in life. When asked to give further insight into the aims and objectives of the Foundation, she said: “I want to assist in the renovation of local orphanages and provide foods and other items to  orphans in the rural areas of Nigeria and across Africa. Orphans are society’s lost children. They are homeless; they are often a group without hopes. These children have lost their parents and families due to the devastating effects of war, drought, famine and economic hardships; hence they are suffering from malnutrition, diseases and hopelessness. These vulnerable children face a disastrous future without our immediate intervention.”

Accordingly, the foundation is planning “Giveback Concert” on February 28.  It will provide an enabling environment where orphans in the country can have a sense of belonging. Besides, the concert will also explore the gifts and talents embedded in the less-privileged children and expose them to opportunities that are capable of launching them into stardom in their various professions.

Already, more than 20 orphanages are lined up to benefit from the proceeds, which she promised would be used to renovate such orphanages.

Among the artistes billed to perform on the occasion are: Cobhams Asuquo, 2face Idibia, Darey Art Alade, among others.