President John Dramani Mahama was installed as the Aare Atayeto Oodua of the Source by the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Oba Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, Ojaja II. The ceremony took place in Ile‑Ife, Osun State, Nigeria, on Monday, 15th December, 2025. The Yoruba title translates roughly to “a president or leader who reorganizes the global space for humanity.

The installation underscores President Mahama’s stature as a statesman and his continued engagement with traditional institutions as vital partners in promoting peace, unity, and cultural heritage across Africa. It also highlights the role of traditional leadership in fostering regional harmony and reinforcing shared values among African peoples.