The wife of the Olu of Warri, Olori Ivie Atuwatse III, has addressed public curiosity regarding her husband’s firm stance against taking a second wife.
Speaking during a candid interview with BBC News Pidgin, the Queen Consort outrightly dismissed suggestions that the 21st Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, might ever reconsider his position on monogamy despite traditional expectations surrounding African royalty. Laughing off the idea of a co-wife, Olori Atuwatse III declared, “Firstly, His Majesty no go fit change him mind about polygamy. Make we just settle that one for there. Me alone, one me, I be like three women, so I dey alright for am!”
Her remarks follow the monarch’s earlier public statements clarifying that managing multiple households would complicate his family’s peace and harmony. Beyond the relationship chatter, the lawyer-turned-royal gave fans an intimate peak into palace life, lightheartedly revealing that she acts as her husband’s personal stylist. She also defended her signature royal turban style, noting that covering her hair while in “Queen mode” represents a crown of respect for her high office rather than a fashion restriction.
While royal duties often mean sharing her husband’s time with the entire Warri kingdom, the Queen expressed deep joy in watching the world celebrate his genius and charismatic presence. Her bold, loving stance has drawn massive praise across social media, cementing the royal couple’s spot as absolute relationship goals!
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