The Throne of Oduduwa, under the authority, cultural leadership, and vision of Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, Arole Oodua and Paramount Ruler of the Yoruba race worldwide, recently announced the royal appointment of Prince Kamari Ademiluyi as International Economic Advisor to the Royal Family and the Kingdom of Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria.
Prince Kamari Ademiluyi is the Founder of the UK Africa Trade Expo.
This royal honour, conferred under the Seal of the Throne, represents a new chapter in the Kingdom’s expansion of international partnerships, economic cooperation, and global engagement, and it reflects His Imperial Majesty’s mission to promote development, innovation, youth empowerment, women’s advancement, and prosperity for the Yoruba people and Nigeria at large.
The appointment comes following the success of the 3rd Edition of the UK Africa Trade Expo (UKATE) 2025, where Prince Kamari played a decisive leadership role in mobilising investors, governments, innovators, academics and institutions across Africa, the UK, Europe and Asia, demonstrating his capacity to bridge continents and accelerate Africa focused economic transformation.
His Imperial Majesty’s appointment of Prince Kamari embodies the royal agenda to strengthen global investment into Nigeria and Ile-Ife, Osun State; advance development across technology, agriculture, manufacturing, space innovation and green energy, empower women and youth through sustainable, future-focused initiatives, promote the Yoruba nation through diplomacy, culture, and economic leadership and position Ile-Ife as a centre of global cooperation, innovation and economic opportunity.
The formal Royal Appointment states: “By the authority of the Throne of Oduduwa and in line with our continuous commitment to global partnerships, economic development, and the advancement of the Yoruba people, His Imperial Majesty Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, hereby appoints Prince Kamari Ademiluyi as International Economic Advisor to the Royal Family and the Kingdom of Ile-Ife.” This is issued under the Seal of the Throne of Oduduwa.
In a historic milestone, Prince Kamari Ademiluyi delivered his first official speech as International Economic Advisor at the G20 Space Economy Leaders Meeting (SELM), one of the world’s most influential gatherings dedicated to shaping the future of the global space economy.
This year’s SELM convened under the theme: ‘Space as a Catalyst For Inclusive Global Economic Development.’
Addressing policy makers, heads of space agencies, global CEOs, scientific institutions, visionaries and G20 delegates, Prince Kamari delivered a powerful and widely praised speech centred on the urgent need for:
Africa’s Inclusion in the Global Space Economy
He declared that Africa must participate not as a bystander but as a strategic partner and co-architect in climate intelligence, satellite ecosystems, aerospace engineering, space education, and digital sovereignty.
Representation of Africans at Space Development and Investment Tables
He emphasised that Africa’s destiny in the space economy must be shaped with Africa, by Africans, and for Africans, in collaboration with the wider global community.
A royal mandate rooted in his imperial majesty’s vision
Prince Kamari highlighted the Ooni’s long-standing commitment to youth empowerment, education, technological innovation, and scientific advancement as foundational pillars for Africa’s future participation in frontier sectors.
UK Africa trade EXPO X GEC space programme collaboration
He outlined practical initiatives already in motion, including project Acorn, part of the emerging Africa-focused GEC Space City; pathways for African youth in robotics, AI, aerospace, cyber-defence and satellite technology, support to African governments developing national space policies and partnerships connecting global space companies with African markets
A direct call to G20 leaders
In a decisive closing statement, he urged the global community: “Africa must not be left behind in the Space Revolution. Africa must stand beside the world, not behind it.”
His address marked a defining moment for the Kingdom of Ile-Ife, Osun State and Nigeria on the global stage, positioning the Royal Throne as an emerging voice in international innovation diplomacy.
“I receive this royal appointment with profound humility and unwavering loyalty to His Imperial Majesty, the Ooni of Ile-Ife, Ojaja II. It is a sacred honour to serve the Throne of Oduduwa and to support His Majesty’s visionary mission of expanding global partnerships, empowering women and youth, and opening new frontiers of trade and investment for our people.
“This title is not only a call to duty, but a commitment to elevate Ile-Ife and Nigeria onto the world stage with integrity, diligence, and measurable impact. I will carry this responsibility with the deepest respect for our heritage and an unshakeable belief in the future of Africa,” Prince Kamari Ademiluyi said.
