In a clip shared by RNC Media, the elderly celebrant was seen walking towards the Ooni’s seat during the ceremony.

Despite being 80 years old, Badmus respectfully squatted before greeting the monarch.

In response, the 51-year-old Ooni stood up immediately to honour the elder businessman, who is also the Asiwaju Musulumi of the South-West, Edo and Delta states.

As they exchanged greetings, Juju icon Sunday Adegeye, popularly known as King Sunny Adé, removed his cap and bowed before the monarch in a show of respect.

The gesture quickly attracted admiration from many Nigerians on social media.

The monarch was also seen assisting the veteran musician up while both men shared a friendly conversation.

Many online users praised the moment as a strong reflection of Yoruba cultural values and applauded the Ooni for returning the respect shown to him.

An X user, #ORhidwhan, wrote, “The crown comes first, but respect is reciprocal.”

Another user, #arike_20, commented, “It’s a reminder that no matter how successful a person becomes, respect remains important.”

The event took place in Osogbo and attracted several notable personalities, including Aliko Dangote, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, and Ademola Adeleke, alongside other prominent business figures and traditional rulers.