Obatala is the first of the Orishas. Chosen to be a part of creation as the one who spread the earth. He is leader of the court of Orishas as set by Eledumare. The court is to guide and assist humanity in their journeys through Akamara (Earth). He is the wise and respected one who hears from Eledumare as needed. He doesn’t know All nor sees all but his powers and wisdom encompasses all of creation. He helps keep the Orishas in check.
The case of the Young prince who would become an Orisha troubles him as he is unable to see the Prince’s path clearly and Eledumare has revealed nothing.