https://oldnaija.com/2017/01/12/the-mugbamugba-war-second-attempt-of-a-failed-expulsion/ Thank you for your visit and comment, Mr. Lanre Adewolu. Others are the other regional obas in abeokua and demo. Importance of ceremonies in Yoruba Culture. Thanks for your contribution, Mr. Saleem. The royals are led by the obas, who sit at the apex of the hierarchy and serve as the fons honorum of the entire system. Daily Trust [Abuja]. 17 Apr. Thank you for your visit and great contribution, Mr. Ibrahim Ayorinde. ONIMEKO OF IMEKO AND OBALADI OF AFON LAND,OLOOLA OF ILARA,OLU OF IMASHAI,ONIDOFA OF IDOFA. Thanks for your contribution, Mr. Ayodele Babatunde Stephen. The Yoruba names can be nominal or sentential and the names has been classified into three: Given Names (Oruko Amutorunwa), Ascribed Names (Oruko Abiso), and Pet Names (Oriki). Oh! This is why the status and hierarchy of natural rulers in Ekiti were based on the strength of their tradition and customs, geography and influence and interactions with their neighbour's. We also another category of names called Abiku (Born-to die).These are group of names which parents give those children that die shortly . Alepata of Igboho NOTHING LIKE Onigboho of Igboho. owa of igbajo, aringbajo of igbajojesa, onjo of okeho. Anu ana-agba egbe ona akpa nri: this long title is given to a strong person who prevails despite attempts to hurt him by kinsmen. The coming of the British, nonetheless gave opportunities for official recognition of different categories of traditional rulers. The study adopts the narrative approach and critical evaluation of data collected in order to discuss Benin influence on Isua chieftaincy titles in pre-colonial period. 18 May 2012). Unstructured interview sessions were conducted for key members of the temple in order to gather first-hand information about the Ogunda Meji temple. This is great! Eastern Nigeria have many titles that celebrate wealth. Yorb names are traditionally classified into five categories: Orko mtrunw 'Destiny Names', ("names assumed to be brought from heaven" or derived from a religious background). Within the Yoruba community, where Skepta hails from, the complete regalia for the occasion is Agbada, Buba, and Sokoto. 2012). This is awesome. Questions? Ondo state Abodi of Ikaleland Rebuja of Osooroland Jegun of Idepe/Okitipupa Olu of Igodan-Lisa/Okunmo Kingdom Amapetu of Mahin Kingdom Olugbo of Ugboland Halu of Ode Aye Lumure of Ayeka. Kayode Ekundayo. Thanks for your contribution, Otunba Obafemi Adenuga. Kindly do check back. Below are some titles of traditional rulers in Yorubaland. Onilala of Lanlate, Asawo of Ayete, Elenpe of Tapa, Oluaso of Igangan. Laudable efforts such as the implementation of detailed documentation and organised worship structure, embrace of openness and accessibility, maintenance of serene worship environment, facilitation of an engaging and dynamic worship experience, and the introduction of missionary activities, are remarkable ways through which the Ogunda Meji temple repositions the indigenous worship of Ifa and Yoruba religion in general), to a modernised faith system worthy of international recognition and acceptance, as a valuable world religion. Shey you don hear, abeg no thief our contents o! Orangun of Oke Ila. This paper extends Falola's discourse of those themes. He added that some government officials may also be unhappy with a person's refusal of a chieftaincy title, and may "use state machinery" against this individual (ibid.). We provide a research and learning environment for Nigerians at home and in the diaspora. The traditional ruler in such a domain and people in appreciation for the effort of the indigene might bestow on the son a chieftaincy title. This is the gap this study intends to fill. The authorities in Egypt have released a journalist with the Qatar-based Al Jazeera news network nearly four years after he was detained, the media outlet said. Oji ofo title is given only to men in a family. i appreciate this site he will help dos people that not know their Obas title. THE YORUBA PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL HERITAGE AND ITS IMPLICATION FOR COUNSELORS, European Prejudice and Pre-Colonial African Reality: Reconsidering State Formation and Indigenous Governance in Owo Kingdom, Home Burials Church Graveyards and Public Cemeteries. The title of a chief which is one of the cultural titles in Yoruba land is associated with village heads, heads of cults or heads of lineages. The titles also act as symbolic capital that can be used to gain favour when desired by the individual oba that awarded them, and sometimes vice versa. This goes a long way. These heads with a rank of chief perform traditional functions among the people that elect them. This Response is not, and does not purport to be, conclusive as to the merit of any particular claim for refugee protection. %%EOF 0 This article investigates the changes in the local conception of elderhood and the deployment of the idiom of age in Ibadan. olubeshe of ibeshe, Ranadu of Imota Obateru of Egbin Alajede of Ijede. Wao! The chieftaincy titles of Ayedero and Atobase of Yoruba Land respectively were conferred on Politician, and businessman Hon Shina Abiola Peller, member of the Federal House of Representative . Yoruba term meaning add honey to the wealth. Your visit is highly appreciated. Ceremonies such as this, and the process of selection and maintenance of networks of chiefs, are two of the major sources of power for the contemporary royals of West Africa.[4]. Thanks for your visit and contribution, Mrs./Miss Deborah Olorunfemi. This is because of illiteracy, poverty and poor infrastructure. Thank you once again. In contrast, the Advocate and Development Planner stated that there are consequences for refusing a chieftaincy title (Advocate and Development Planner 18 May 2012). Onise of ise lekki lagos. The Yoruba are in the west, Hausa in North and Igbo people in southeastern region. Appendix IV of the Bishop's Presidential Address Delivered to the Second Session of the First Synod. Thank you. Thank you, Mr. Yomi. Point of correction,Ilorin is not yoruba land. Onigboho of Igboho(Oorelope lg),Oloje of Oje-owode(saki-east lg)oyo state0,Aragbiji of Iragbiji(Boripe lg),Olokuku of Okuku(Odo-otin lg),Akirun of Ikirun(Ifelodun lg),Aree of Iree(Boripe lg),Owa of Igbajo.osun state. Aarin; refers to centre/middle Aarinade; in the centre of the crown Aarinola; the centre of wealth Abayomi; the enemy would have gloated over me Abejide; born during the rainy season Newly- installed Olu-Omo Yoruba in Ghana Republic, Mashood Mustapha (left), Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRaman AbdulRasaq, Special Adviser to the Kwara State Governor on Special Duties, Yinka Aluko and former Commissioner of Information in Kwara State, Raheem Adedoyin at an event in Ghana. We really appreciate this valuable contribution of yours. Thank you for your contribution, Mr. Adewale Olowu. This list may not reflect recent changes . Hence he noted ttha the most celebrated instance of the application of the ethnic solidarity among Ekiti communities was the organization of their formidable military alliance against Ibadan imperial power. Please visit often. Your contribution is appreciated. By embracing viable models deducible for the modus operandi of the Ogunda Meji temple, Yoruba religion stands the chance of being catapulted from the state of a mere crude spirituality to a globally acclaimed world religion. The meaning of Ome Lo Ra is translated to mean (the one who does everything good for the community). The Advocate and Development Planner explained that in some communities where chieftaincy is not hereditary, "especially when the community or town is a community of strangers," such as in Ibadan and Oke-Igbo, chieftaincy titles are based on rotation and individuals wait in line for their titles until the chief or king dies (17 Apr. Thanks for your comment, Mr. Aladeyelu Ademuagun. The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, has said that as the head of all the Yoruba monarchs, he is the only one with the exclusive rights to confer chieftaincy titles that cover Yorubaland on . Royal splendour, the rich Yoruba culture and Ghanaian hospitality were in full display in Accra,last weekend, as the Yoruba community in Ghana honoured some members of its race from Nigeria. Were very grateful for the nomination. Aka ji mba A popular Igbo Actor and Chief A popular Igbo Actor and Chief 1.Ome Lo Ra Most Rural towns and villages in eastern region lack basic amenities like water, electricity and good roads. The paper specifically argues that there is a direct connection between the disappearance of such antique military offices like the Olukongbon, Ade Kola, and Adechegou and the appearance of the paramount Balogun title in pre-colonial Ijebu-land. Thank you so much for your contribution, Segilola Adeniyi. Thanks for your visit and contribution, Mr. Gbenga Alebiosu. His Royal Majesty, Oba of Yoruba in Ghana, Alh. Yoruba people of South Western Nigeria have their own way of practicing their beliefs and the demands of the practice. Most of the activities are covered by the local media and enter the public domain thereafter. 16 April 2012. This is so wonderful. We are working on updating our list. He emphasized that this "happens and can happen anywhere" (ibid. They bestow titles to deserving sons and daughters of the land. Only the secret initiations for traditional chiefs of the highest rank are kept a secret from all outsiders. We really appreciate your contribution. Thanks for your contribution, Honourable Ogunmolasuyi Sesan. We really appreciate your contributions. Interspersed with drawings by Georgina Beier of Yoruba motifs and collected and translated by authors and artists long-familiar with Yoruba culture, the myths are compiled and introduced here. Nigeria: Increasing Violence Continues to Cause Internal Displacement. of Kwara State. An ultimate revampful research as this would do justice to the relevance of African Church on Oka-Akoko and its environ. In a move aimed at restoring and reawakening the history and culture of Yoruba, eminent Yoruba leaders, including the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi. Thank you, Mr. Abdulwaheed. Onikoyi of Ikoyi-Ekiti, Asaba of Isaba-Ekiti,Olorin of Orin -Odo ekiti, Alasin of Asin-Ekiti, Elekole of Ikole Ekiti They are all in Ikole LG areaFROM FAGG. Akinrun of Ikirun land Aragbiji of Iragbiji Ajalaye Ipetu Ijesa. These people receive insignia to show their stature. He said that "the next person is enthroned without argument" (Advocate and Development Planner 17 Apr. Kwara State Governor, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazak was at the head of a team that included current Federal lawmaker from Kwara, Hon. "The History of Christianity in Nigeria: A Bibliography of Secondary Literature," Working Papers in African Studies 269 (2017): 1-46. Although most of the day-to-day functions of this position are delegated in practice to such figures as the arabas, certain traditional rites of the Yoruba religion can only be performed by the oba, and it is for this reason that the holders of the title are often thought of as being religious leaders in addition to being politico-ceremonial monarchs. The acronym Oba was used for their rulers (kings). Nigerian media sources indicate that the Lagos State Governor rejected a chieftaincy title because he wanted to focus on governance (Daily Trust 11 Sept. 2012; The Punch 9 Sept. 2012). The title of a chief which is one of the cultural titles in Yoruba land is associated with village heads, heads of cults or heads of lineages. It really go a long way. Corroborating information could not be found among the sources consulted by the Research Directorate within the time constraints of this Response. A growing body of research emphasizes how the concept of religion is largely unique to the modern West, and while such work usually examines how interactions with the West changed religious life in other societies in historical perspective, this work also addresses those whose religious life can presently be described as pre-religious. As the Yoruba word sinusually translated as religionis more akin to form of worship, the dissertation examines how an understanding of religious traditions (indigenous, Muslim, and Christian) as various forms of worship as opposed to reified religions might change the way religious identity, practice, and dynamics could be understood in a contemporary and historical perspective. The festival constitutes a major commercial activity that brings about economic integration and development of the Ijebu community. Thank you all. Divinity of triumph, being supernatural of success. Thanks for this piece of history, Mr. Owolabi Hammed. Nsukka Journal of History (UNN, Nigeria). [Accessed 20 Sept. 2012]. Master of the land), who do not wear crowns and who are, at least in theory, the reigning viceroys of people who do. Thank you for adding to this treasure box, Asiwaju Dele Asipa. Moshood Mustapha, who bagged the title of Oluomo of Yoruba in Ghana. Elejiba of Ejiba land. Please, visit again. In Igbo land patriarch hierarchy is reserved to the eldest male member of a family. The characteristics of Ekiti people prior to the advent of colonial rule was traced in the works of G.O.I. Kindly do visit again. Onilogbo of Ilogbo. He added that major titles, including the oba title, "are often subject to intense competition, on account of the honour they bring, and contestants can spend much money (in the form of bribes or presents) to attain them," while minor titles "have less appeal and many of them as a result have fallen into abeyance" (Emeritus Professor 16 Apr. Thank you for your contribution, Mr. Olusegun. "Why I Rejected Oba's Chieftaincy Title - Fashola." Thank you so much for this enlightenment, Mr. Babalola Clement. In a telephone interview with the Research Directorate, a Chief in Yoruba and Iboland and a former Commissioner of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs stated that, in the past, there were consequences to refusing a chieftaincy title (Chief 25 Sept. 2012). The Advocate and Development Planner also stated that "many" people could cause problems for a person who refuses a chieftaincy title, especially if people believe that the status of their community will be improved if the person accepts the title (ibid.). Some Yoruba chieftaincy titles are hereditary and others are bestowed upon individuals (Chief 25 Sept. 2012; Emeritus Professor 16 Apr. ; ibid. Aarin - centre/middle Aarinade - in the center of the crown Aarinade - in the center of the crown Abayomi - the enemy would have gloated over me Abejide - born during the rainy season Abidemi - born before the fathers arrival Abidoye- born before the arrival of a chieftaincy title Oba Adeyeye enjoined the Yoruba race worldwide to foster unity among themselves and congratulated the honourees on behalf of all Yoruba tribe on earth.. 2012.). Thank you very much Africanister. This article argues that the Ojude Oba festival should not be seen simply for its entertainment value, but as a manifestation of Yoruba cultural, socio-economic, and spiritual values. This is great! NOTE: OKEHO is ONJO OF OKEHO and not Oba of Okeho. Olukotun of Ikotun-Ile, Elerin of Erin, Osolo of Osolo. Great article and information, Please can you make a gallery of all Yoruba Obas. Sources indicate that Yoruba chiefs are selected based on the traditions of each community (Advocate andDevelopment Planner 17 Apr. Thanks for contributing, Mr. Kehinde Oladimeji and Mr. Afolabi Faruq. The wives of the non-royal chiefs, when themselves titleholders in their own right, tend to use the honorific "yly" (lit. A person with good character, respect and authority is given Oke Osisi. Thank you for your contribution, Miss/Mrs Sterling Silver. Thanks for your visit, Folashade. A Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, Afenifere Renewal Group (ARG), has urged all paramount traditional leaders, especially the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, to convene a meeting of Yoruba leaders. [Accessed 15 Oct. 2012], Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC). Re: Buratai Bags Yoruba Chieftaincy Title by Nobody: 1:40pm On Aug 18, 2022 Monarchies and corresponding title of monarch: 1)Rome: Cesar 2) Germany: Kaiser 3) England: king 4) Ottoman: sultan 5) France : roi 6) Russia: Tsar 7) Benin empire: Oba 8 ) Oyo: alafin 9) Persia: shah 10) Egba: alake Please visit often to get the best of OldNaija. Protesters clashed with security forces across France on Monday as hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets for labour day to vent their anger against President Emmanuel Macron's pension reform. He said that "all such 'backers' would expect to get repaid in some way, in cash, influence, benefits from office, access to land, etc." Onisambo of Ogbooro, Sabiganna of Iganna, Oniware of Iware, Elero of Ilero, Onimia of Imia. 3, 2013 ISSN: 0022-362X, Africa: Journal of the International African Institute, Comparative Studies in Society and History, Book: Obafemi Awolowo and the Making of Remo: The Local Politics of a Nigerian Nationalist, The historical development and challenges of Islam in Ila-Orangun, Nigeria, THE OGUNDA MEJI TEMPLE APATA, IBADAN, AS A MODEL FOR MODERN TRENDS IN YORUBA TRADITIONAL WORSHIP, THE OGBONI OF EGBALAND AND CONSTITUTIONAL CONTROVERSY, KNIGHTS OF A GLOBAL COUNTRYSIDE: THE BALOGUN INSTITUTION OF IJEBULAND, NIGERIA 1, Ijebu Odes Ojude Oba Festival: Cultural and Spiritual Significance, TRADITIONS AND CONTROVERSIES SURROUNDING THE EKITI SENIOR OBAS (1860-1960), How Worship Becomes Religion: Religious Change and Change in Religion in d and Salvador, Socio-cultural relation between Emure and Ise Ekiti, 1914 - 2014, Education and the Growth of Religious Associations among Yoruba Muslims: The Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria, RETHINKING THE PROLIFERATION OF MUSLIM CHIEFTAINCY TITLES IN CONTEMPORARY YORUBALAND (SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA) FOR AN , THE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF ISLAM IN EPE, LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA, 1851-2010, CHRISTIANITY IN IBADAN (SOUTHWEST NIGERIA): ARRIVAL, GROWTH AND INFLUENCE, The Formation of Yoruba Nation and the Challenge of Leadership Since Pre-Colonial Era, SAMUEL JOHNSON ON THE EGYPTIAN ORIGIN OF THE YORUBA, REGBE-REGBE: MULTIDIMENSIONAL IMPACT OF CLOTH AND COLOUR IN OJUDE-OBA FESTIVAL, BRITISH COLONIAL ADMINISTRATION, DEVELOPMENT OF ISLAM AND ISLAMIC EDUCATION IN A NON-ILSAMIC SOCIETY: THE BENIN DIVISION (NIGERIA) EXPERIENCE, 1897-1960. The list of names here, are 'oruko amutorunwa'. It will be corrected. UNHCR is not responsible for, nor does it necessarily endorse, its content. Education is a major challenge in rural areas of Nigeria. These effects and reaction have attracted several scholarly effort concentrated on defining the relationship between tradition and modernity as experienced by the Yoruba. TRADITIONS AND CONTROVERSIES SURROUNDING THE EKITI SENIOR OBAS (1860-1960) The organization of various kingdoms and the arrangement of the major towns in relations to the subordinate towns constituted the basis of their traditional relevance in Yorubaland prior to British occupation. 2012; Advocate and Development Planner 17 Apr. The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi (Ojaja II), has called on government to return public schools to their original owners to allow stakeholders, including alumni associations. This title is the preserve of the super-rich philanthropic individuals. Thanks for visiting and contributing, Mr. Olude Wale. Titles of traditional rulers in Yorubaland. 2012). The Emeritus Professor stated that sometimes Christians and Muslims rejected these chieftaincy titles due to their "idolatrous rituals" (16 Apr. The Onipe chose to go on adventure and explore the empire with a view to establishing his own town. 2012). Ikemba is one of the top titles in Igbo land. 25 September 2012. Examples: Igbo Chieftaincy Titles Highly accomplished men and women are admitted into orders for people of title such as Ndi Ozo or Ndi Nze. 38 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<772A089735653409805E63D715C1B16E><4AF0F83351602745BCD44F31AACF8D3A>]/Index[21 32]/Info 20 0 R/Length 87/Prev 63171/Root 22 0 R/Size 53/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream Beyond ideological differences and opposing methods and approaches, tradition and modernity share the possibility of working hand in hand to facilitate new age paradigm shift. Thanks for your comment, Pastor Patrick Abiodun. 2012). Unauthorized use or duplication of our contents without express and written permission from us is strictly prohibited. The uniqueness reverberated in Olomolas work while observing their collaborative, cohesive and cooperative solidarity spirit and relationship in championing their common causes and in facing common challenges in the pre-colonial era. The practices and beliefs held by Christians and Muslims today in Yoruba land in the area of chieftaincy titles have some identifiable variants. In correspondence with the Research Directorate, an Advocate and Development Planner in Nigeria who is a senior lecturer in Ogun State, has authored 40 publications and whose research includes community governance (18 May 2012), stated that in communities where chieftaincy and kingship titles are hereditary, such as in Ile-Ife [Osun State] and Offa [Kwara State], "only children from the royal families are entitled to the title" (Advocate and Development Planner 17 Apr. A great number of them was found scattered in all over the province. It identifies with strength, endurance, power and defense of a people. Examples of Yoruba bearers include Oba Ogunwusi of Ile-Ife, Oba Aladelusi of Akure, and Oba Akiolu of Lagos. Kindly help me with the titles of these kings Ilora and Iseyin. It argues that not only did these factors circumscribe 'elderly authority' and status, they also served as metaphors of seniority, which enabled individuals and groups utilising them to appropriate for themselves some degree of respect hitherto considered the prerogative of 'elders'. Nigeria: Chieftaincy in Yorubaland and rituals, including human sacrifice and blood rituals upon initiation to chieftaincy or during chieftaincy; reaction of state ministries of chieftaincy affairs to Yoruba chief rituals, including whether reaction varies by state; prevalence and consequences of refusing a Yoruba chieftaincy title; protection available to those who refuse such a title (2019 . The Emeritus Professor stated that in some communities and in some cases, chieftaincy titles are "open" and are given to individuals as an "honorific" by the king, who is called the "oba" (16 Apr. Oba means ruler in the Yoruba and Bini languages. hbbd``b`Z$ b $b4 Thanks for this effort. Fehintola. The title is given to people who enable others towards personal development and self-sufficiency. Thank you, Mr. Akinwale Abiodun. Kindly do check back. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full credit is given to OldNaija which must include appropriate and specific backlink to the original content on our website.