Ife-odan town news

19/07/2024

This is to inform us that tomorrow Saturday is our monthly general development meeting 20/07/2024 by 10am @ ADIMULA TOWN PALACE.IFE-ODAN koni baje o. Apologize for the late sending.

19/06/2024

Types of Ade(crown) in Yoruba

(1)Akoro :are smaller coronets worn by regional rulers under the suzerainty or authority of a more powerful provincial or regional Oba, or Obas who were essentially vassals under the Emperor of an empire.

(2)Ade Nla:are elaborate conical head gears that feature a heavily beaded veil and fringes that shields or obscure the face.Oba crowns always possess two universal feature. The first being birds atop the crown and optionally on the sides as well. The second is at least one stylized face depicted in applied beadwork on the crown and designed to identify the king when appearing in public. Many crowns have more than one face on them. Although their significance is unknown, depictions are frequently associated with Odùduwà, and suggest a shared destiny between a leader and his predecessors.(source:Wikipedia)

(3) Oba of Bini crown.

(4i)Orikogbofo:The orikogbofo fulfilled the function of keeping the Oba's head always covered, for it was taboo for an Oba to be seen bare headed unless your name is Alhaji Eru Allah Abdulrasheed.
(4ii)Orikogbofo

(5)Another type of Bini crown.

19/06/2024

Discover the Rich History of Oyo State! 🌟

Oyo State was established in 1976, originally carved from the Western State to include Osun State before they split in 1991. This historical evolution contributes to the state's homogeneity, inhabited predominantly by the Yoruba ethnic group, including the Oyos, Oke-Oguns, Ibadan, and Ibarapas.

Before colonization, the old Oyo Empire was a significant part of the Yoruba Empire, reigning from around 1300 to 1896. After its fall, the modern Oyo State, known as “New Oyo” or Oyo Atiba, was established in the 1830s to differentiate itself from the former capital, ‘Old Oyo’ (Ọ̀yọ́-Ilé).

The Alaafin, the supreme traditional leader of the Oyo people, continues to serve in a ceremonial capacity today. Since British colonial times, Ibadan has been the administrative hub of the Old Western Region.

Notable towns and cities in Oyo State include Ọyọ, Ogbomọsọ, Ibadan, Isẹyín-Okeogun, Ipapo-Okeogun, Kíṣì-Okeogun, Okeho-Okeogun, Saki-Okeogun, Igbeti-Okeogun, Eruwa-Ibarapa, Iroko, Lanlate, OjeOwode-Okeogun, Sepeteri-Okeogun, Ilora-Oyo, Jobele-Oyo, Awe-Oyo, Ilérò-Okeogun, Okaka-Okeogun, Igbo Ora-Ibarapa, and Idere.

Join us in celebrating the rich heritage and vibrant culture of Oyo State! 🙌

08/06/2024

HISTORY OF ONDO

The Ondo Kingdom is a traditional state that traces its origins back for over 500 years, with its capital in Ode Ondo.

The history of Ondo-Ekimogun sprang from the Palace of Alaafin of Oyo in the ancient city of Oyo when the wife of Oba Alaafin Oluaso bore him twins (a male known till today as Orere and a female also known as Olu) which is forbidden in the Palace of every Oba in Yoruba land. The then Alaafin of Oyo love the twin’s mother called Olori Olu so much and on hearing the news of the newly born twins, he lamented that this is a mysterious child “Ese-omo-re” which later transform to Osemawe as Oba’s title in Ondo Kingdom.

The Oba Alafin Oluaso ordered that the twins and their mother be taken out of Oyo, he also gave instruction that one stroke of facial mark should be cut on each cheek of the twins as kese or ibaramu mark will cause agony for them on their journey. The single facial stroke mark became an established custom in Ondo town till today. This is how Ondos are referred till the present moment as “Omo Mula meji si oju s’eye”

The twins were accompanied by the Alaafin of Oyo warrior’s leader called ija or Uja with their mother to a place called Epin in the then Fulani Kingdom. They later return to Oyo after the death of Alaafin Oba Oluaso in 1497 AD. The new Oba Alaafin Onigbogi also ordered them out of Oyo in 1498 AD with Alaafin warrior leader to the direction of Ile-Ife. They continue the journey until they reached a place called “Ita Ijama” This is how Ondo are referred today as “Ekimogun ara ita ijama”.

They continue with their journey until they arrived at Epe where Iyanghede of Epe received them with joy and splendours Royal hospitality treatment. This is how Ondo are referred today as “Omo Mude agogo mu omi”.

After a brief stay at Epe, they continue with their desire to look for a permanent settlement. They arrived at a place which is known today as Ile Oluji, where Olori Olu (Alaafin wife) slept for days and did not wake

17/05/2024

History of Yoruba-Ile Ife, Nigeria

Ile Ife, also known as Ife, is an ancient Yoruba city in the southwestern part of Nigeria. Ile Ife is said to be dated back around 500 B.C. when it was founded and is the oldest Yoruba city. It is presently part of Osun State and has an estimated population of 501,000 people. Ife is home to one of Nigeria’s most prestigious universities, Obafemi Awolowo University, as well as the Natural History Museum of Nigeria. Ife is also a prominent regional agricultural center for a surrounding area that produces vegetables, grain cacao, tobacco, and cotton.

Ile Ife is the city where the Yoruba believe their civilization began as well as the location where the gods descended to earth. The name, Ile Ife, literally means place of dispersion. According to Yoruba tradition, Ife was founded by the deities Oduduwa and Obatala when they created the world. Obatala fashioned the first humans out of clay while Oduduwa became the first divine king of the Yoruba people.

Historical evidence, however, tells a different story. According to historians the area was originally populated by the Igbo people when Oduduwa and his army invaded the city from the north, pushed the earlier inhabitants to the east, and established the first Yoruba kingdom. After the death of Oduduwa, his sons and other descendants spread out from Ile Ife to found other Yoruba states. Eventually the Yoruba became one of Africa's largest ethnic groups. They also remain the vast majority of Ife's inhabitants. The current royal dynasty of Ile Ife is over eight centuries old. Alayeluwa Oba Okunade Sijuwade Olubuse II, the current ruler, became Oba (King) in 1980.

Ife is world famous for its art. Between 700 and 900 A.D. the city began to develop as a major artistic center. By the 12th Century Ife artists were creating bronze, stone, and terracotta sculptures, some of which are found today in museums in Nigeria, Europe, and North America. The artistic production of Ife began t

17/05/2024

Good morning here,I greet IFE-ODAN sons and daughters both home and diaspora that your work will be enough for you and yield bountiful profit this year in Jesus mighty name.👉 this is to inform us that this week Saturday 18/05/2024 is our monthly general development meeting at Adimula palace by exactly 10am.God bless you as you joined ✋ together for the progress of our father town in Jesus mighty name.from the office of the committee p.r.o PST Bamidele Bola Michael. 🙏✅

07/05/2024

Story behind the yoruba adage:

Omodé gbón - the Àgbà gbón. - L'afi dá Ilé-ifè !

In the midst of the 16 century, the Oòni of Ifé, Oba Ògúnjémilúyì was the king over the kingdom of Ifé, while Oba Adèdìgbòlù is the ruler of the whole Òyó empire, then the Òyó empire is so strong but it's still under the central control of Ilé-ifè!

The Òyó empire has conquered so many land and expanded beyond imagination of Yorùbás, and this add to our pride as a race, a tribe and an ethnic group to be reckoned with.

For at this time was the first time the Yorùbá kingdom will be extended as far as Dahomey, Benin, Togo and far nations.

The Aláàfin of Òyó one day called his chiefs together and tell them the remaining land to be conquered, and what is it was the question asked!

The king replied, Ilé-ifè, the king 👑 told them of his ambition to overthrow the source of Yorùbá race and make himself the king, his chief replied in affirmative that they are all in support, but there is just one thing, no one has ever dare to wage war against such a city, it's sacrilegious and a taboo to do such, so the chief and the king counsel thought of a subtle way to wage a war, and the devil inspired them enough to think of an idea.!

They were to send a full grown bull over to Ilé-ifè with a message that in the next full moon the city of Ilé-ifè should send the bull back to Òyó when it has conceive and bring the child along!

when the King ( Oòni of Ilé-ifè) heard this he was troubled and was totally unbalanced for days, by the time he could gather himself together, weeks have gone by, he managed to call all the chiefs together and telling them the message he got from Òyó, they all could understand the subliminal message in there, Òyó wants war and nothing else, and Ilé-ifè is already boxed to a corner awaiting the last blow, by the time the message got to the whole community each one was seen leaving by the night, as Òyó started preparing there armoury ready to conquer once and for all.

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07/05/2024

FACTS ABOUT ILÉ-IFẸ.

The Kingdom of Ife is an ancient and historically significant kingdom located in present-day southwestern Nigeria.

It is known as the ancestral home of the Yoruba people and is considered the birthplace of Yoruba civilization and culture.

Ife has a rich history that dates back over a thousand years. It was a major center of art, trade, and political power in West Africa.

The kingdom flourished between the 11th and 15th centuries, with its influence spreading across the region.

One of the notable features of Ife is its intricate and highly skilled bronze and terracotta sculptures. These sculptures depict various aspects of Yoruba mythology, royalty, and everyday life.

They are renowned for their artistic beauty and attention to detail.

In addition to its artistic achievements, Ife was also known for its advanced political and social systems. The kingdom had a hierarchical structure with a king, known as the Ooni of Ife, at the top.

The Ooni was considered a sacred ruler and played a significant role in maintaining peace and order in the kingdom.

Furthermore, Ife was a center of learning and intellectual pursuits. It was a place where knowledge and wisdom were highly valued, and scholars from far and wide would come to study and exchange ideas.

The Kingdom of Ife continues to be a symbol of Yoruba heritage and cultural identity.

Today, the city of Ife is home to the Ooni's palace, which serves as a cultural and historical center, attracting visitors from all over the world.

Credit: Iganna lawa

20/04/2024

20/04/2024

QUEEN LUWOO GBAGIDA; THE FIRST AND ONLY FEMALE OONI OF IFE

Luwoo Gbagida is the only female Queen Ooni in the history of Ile-Ife. Ooni Luwo Gbagida became Ooni around 1100CE. As reported, she was a woman of immense physical beauty - a proper "slay queen" who took pride in her attractiveness.

The Ooni of Ife is seen as the most supreme or paramount sovereign in Ile Ife, which is regarded as the source of the Yoruba race.

Generally, he is recognised by his subjects as their spiritual leader and Chief Custodian of traditions.

There was no date to give an exact clue to how long she was on the thrown for. Dating only started from the 38th Ooni Akinmoyero 1770 – 1800, yet some historians claim that Ooni Luwo Gbagida reigned around 1100.

Also, this revelation tells forgotten story of women involvement in contributing to the society, not just as workers but as a leaders.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION

Ilè-Ifẹ̀ is a town in Osun state seen as the cradle and ancestral home and source of the Yoruba race, making any presiding ruler, the Ọọ̀ni, a reverred and very powerful leader.

Because Nigerian ancient history was mostly passed down through oral tradition, transcribed lists of the previous Oonis differ and sometimes, contradict each other.

However, most accounts have stated that a female, Ooni Luwoo Gbagida, was the 21st Ooni of Ife, the supreme traditional ruler of Ile Ife. She succeeded the 21st Ooni of Ife, Ooni Giesi and was succeeded by the 22nd Ooni of Ife, Ooni Lumobi.

Ooni Luwo Gbagida was crowned spiritual leader, and chief custodian of the source of the Yoruba race around 1100CE.

Lúwo Gbàgìdá, descendant of Otaataa from Owode compound, Okerewe. She was the first and only female to take the crown as Ooni after the demise of Ooni Giesi.

She was said to have been married to Chief Ọbalọran of Ilode and became the mother of Adekola Telu, the founder and Oluwo of Iwo town.

(Some historical piece claims that Obaloran was also a king not a chief; there were many obas