In a fascinating development, a Nigerian artist, writer, and journalist, Adeyinka Olaiya, has been tagged the ”Éşù in Brazil ‘ by Ogboni Lord at a lecture in Saopaulo, Brazil.
The President , African Cultural Center , Saopaulo , Brazil , Oba (Ogboni) Adekunle Aderounmu , on Tuesday May 2nd 2023 , described Adeyinka Olaiya as an emergent Éşù in the Brazilian society
The leader who applauded the writer’s work , spoke during a lecture at the Cultural institute in Saopaulo , he tagged Olaiya’s professional characteristics as similar to that of Éşù , the Yoruba messenger deity “ Olaiya’s functions could only be compared to the one of Éşù “ Says Aderonmu
According to the Pan-Africanist, Éşù is a prominent deity in Yoruba mythology who communicates between the human and spiritual worlds “ That is exactly what Adeyinka does in diaspora “ Says Oba Aderonmu
“Adeyinka convey stands on culture , tradition and religion within and outside Brazil , he has contributed positively to the Yoruba tradition in diaspora through his Arts , writings , interactive programs , videos and media communications “ – Says Oba Aderonmu
Adeyinka Olaiya, a visual artist and writer who transmits Information across the planet as Éşù also convey messages to Olodumare , will inaugurate a solo exhibition of his paintings and mixed media (Alâşekù) on Friday 5th , May , 2023 , at the Centro Cultural Casa de Angola , Avenida Pães de Barros , 2324 , Mocca , Saopaulo, Brazil
A divine painter and writer, Olaiya has established a name for himself in Brazil and beyond through his Arts, writings , videos and Interative sessions .
Associated with crossroads, fate, and messages , Éşù is revered for his wit, and transformative powers , “ Adeyinka has recently introduced Art and digital communication that has improved the Nigerian communities in Brazil “ – Says Oba Aderonmu
According to Oba Aderounmu, Olaiya’s works as an artist, writer, and journalist closely mirrors the functions of Éşù , a communicator. “Adeyinka Olaiya is a gifted artist, writer, and journalist who has been using his talents to communicate important messages to the society,” the Ogboni Lord said.
“His ability to convey complex ideas in a simple and accessible way is reminiscent of Esu’s role as a messenger and interpreter. We believe that Adeyinka Olaiya is the messenger, the Éşù in Brazil, he has changed the looks of Yoruba culture , tradition and spirituality in diaspora “- Oba Aderonmu concludes
Olaiya, who is based in Brazil , expressed his gratitude for the commendation , describing such as a great honor. “I am humbled and honored to hear such from a prominent person , a Pan-Africanist like Oba Adekunle Aderounmu ,” Says Dr. Adeyinka Olaiya
