Oba Efuntola Oseijeman Adelabu Adefunmi I
Oba Efuntola Oseijeman Adelabu Adefunmi I, born Walter Eugene King, was the founder of Oyotunji village and a prominent advocate for the African cultural renaissance in America. He was a key figure in promoting Yoruba religion and traditions, having been initiated into the Orisa-Vodun priesthood and later consecrated as king in Nigeria. Adefunmi I played a critical role in establishing connections between African-Americans and their African heritage, earning the title 'Father of the African Cultural Restoration Movement.'
Born on Oct 05, 1928 (96 years old)
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Nigeria:
Oba Efuntola Oseijeman Adelabu Adefunmi I founded Oyotunji and was a significant leader in the Yoruba cultural movement in North America.
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Nigeria:
Oba Adefunmi I became the first in a line of new world Yoruba Kings consecrated at the palace of the Ooni of Ife.
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