The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, expressed a perspective that all women have the spirit of witchcraft. This was said during a gathering with the cast of the Real Housewives of Lagos at his Palace.
In his remarks, the Ooni highlighted that women inherently hold the ability to influence and manipulate individuals.
He emphasized, “Each woman holds a manipulative spirit,” a quality often referred to within African cultures as witchcraft.
The Ooni elaborated, stating, “The world ought to be a more equitable place, particularly for women. Your influence is vast and boundless, allowing you to wield considerable power and shape society.”
He continued, stating, “The term ‘witchcraft’ among black communities refers to this inherent ability to manipulate. It’s not necessarily negative. It’s about possessing the skill of influence.
“When wielded positively, this natural ability becomes a formidable strength. Women inherently possess this manipulative spirit, a power that, when utilized positively, makes them influential forces. They are, in essence, ‘good witches’.”