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Meghan Markle Expresses Gratitude to Osun Monarch for Warm Hospitality During Recent Visit to Nigeria
Here are some key points about Meghan Markle’s letter to the Osun monarch
– *Meghan Markle’s Letter*: The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, wrote a heartfelt letter to the Osun monarch, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, expressing her gratitude for the warm hospitality and reception during her three-day working visit to Nigeria last month.
– *Yoruba Name*: Meghan Markle was given the Yoruba name “Adetokunbo” by the monarch during her visit, which she deeply humbled by and treasures.
– *Heritage*: The visit to Nigeria allowed Meghan Markle to explore and understand her heritage, which extends to her children, and she looks forward to returning home soon.
– *Royal Reception*: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, received a royal reception at Delborough Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos, where Oba Akanbi bestowed upon her a Yoruba name and presented gifts of Ofi and royal beads.
– *Nigerian Heritage*: Meghan Markle revealed in 2022 that she is 43% Nigerian after taking a genealogy test, and she expressed her desire to learn more about her roots.