The He heads the historic Eweka dynasty of the Great Benin Empire. Should the Oba of Benin be listed as a Yoruba monarch given their history?Fourth on the list of ranking of Obas in Yorubaland is the Alake of Egbaland. The Paramount leader of Ijebu Land, Awujale of Ijebu Land, Oba Sikiru Adetona today clocked 86 and he has been receiving messages from well wishers. So we suggest you keep checking. His kingdom, Ijebu (also known as Jebu or Geebu) was a Yoruba kingdom in pre-colonial Nigeria. According to legend, its ruling dynasty was founded by Obanta of Ile-Ife. Long May You Reign, Your Majesty!”TheInfoNg is a news and entertainment blog, updated frequently with articles and noteworthy happenings in Nigeria, Africa and trending headlines around the world.TheInfoNG - Your Tablet for Entertainment, News, Gossips & Trends..TheInfoNG - Nigeria entertainment, gossip, relationship and news blogAwujale of Ijebu Land, Oba Sikiru Adetona, one of the longest-serving monarchs in Nigeria clocks 86 Ogun suspends planned reopening of religious centres over… Ogun reconsiders opening churches, mosques June 19 UNILAG Governing Council sacks vice chancellor, Prof. Olawatoyin Ogundipe Breaking: Nigeria has been added to the list of failed states on Wikipedia (Full… Nigerian blogger, Makinde Azeez dedicates newborn baby and his multimillion Naira… Ondo displays Amotekun Ceremonial Uniform as Akeredolu attends POP (Photo) Brymo sends strong message to those running away from the… #BBNaija: “I wish Tochi and Eric were around to give… UNILAG Governing Council sacks vice chancellor, Prof.… Netflix lavish gifts worth millions to young comedian group,… #BBNaija: Eric confirms that Nengi and Ozo showered together… #BBNaija: Drama as Lucy attacks Erica for discrediting her… #BBNaija: She is a bit*h – Vee blasts Dorathy (video) #BBNaija: Erica’s reaction as Vee describes the size… See Fans reactions as Davido follows mystery lady on… “It is not a joke!” – Annie Idibia angrily reacts to post… At over 80 years of age, Alaafin Of Oyo gets another new… #BBNaija: Teddy A throws followers into confusion over his… #BBNaija: Teni leads serious prayer session to release… Davido’s family, the Adelekes buy another Jet (Photo) Husband denies abandoning his wife and kids because of their… He is the paramount Yoruba king of Egba, a city in Abeokuta, Ogun State, southwestern Nigeria. The title of Oba was first created by Oba Eweka I, Benin Empire’s first ‘Oba’, who ascended power between 1180 and 1300. Igba odún, odún kan ni. It was formed around the fifteenth century. The current Awujale of Ijebuland is Sikiru Kayode Adetona. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. These respected monarchs are often seen as custodians of the Yoruba culture and people and represent the gods.Below is a list of the ranking of five principal monarchs in Yoruba land according to their order of superiority.The Yorubas and the people of Benin have a long-standing history which runs as far back as the creation of time, according to Yoruba myths. The current Awujale of Ijebuland is Sikiru Kayode Adetona.Below is a picture of the Alaafin of Oyo bowing to the Ooni of Ife at a function.We shall be looking at a close comparison between the seat of the Ooni and that of the Alaafin in another post. His son, grandson and now his great-grandson, Ewuare II were traditional rulers of Benin in modern-day Nigeria. READ ALSO: Obasanjo blasts Awujale of Ijebuland. According to legend, its ruling dynasty was founded by Obanta of Ile-Ife.Its contemporary successor is one of the country's traditional states. Below, you can find out about top 5 facts about Ijebu Ode history. Ijebu (also known as Jebu or Geebu) was a Yoruba kingdom in pre-colonial Nigeria.It was formed around the fifteenth century. The Paramount leader of Ijebu Land, Awujale of Ijebu Land, Oba Sikiru Adetona today clocked 86 and he has been receiving messages from well wishers.The Governor of Ogun state, Dapo Abiodun has also joined the list of well wishers as he sent his best wishes to the king.“Happy 86th Birthday, Your Imperial Majesty, Aláíyélúwà Oba (Dr) Síkírù Káyòdé Adétònà, CFR, Ògbágbá II, the Awùjalè and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland!In your 60 years of reign, the entire Ijebuland has witnessed the divine blessings of Elédùmarè, who bestowed you with the native wisdom to lead the people to greatness.Your approach to the upliftment of tradition and culture, not only of the Ìjèbú people but also of the entire Yorùbá folk, places the heritage of our forefathers at an enviable position globally.Òrìsà Ìjèbú, the Almighty Elédùmarè, who has counted you amongst the longest serving Monarchs in Nigeria, will continue to bless you with more blissful years to be lived in good health and with a sound mind to further take the Ìjèbú and Yorùbá people to greater heights.Kábíyèsí, k’adé pé l’órí. Let us know what you think in the comment section.Copyright © 2020. Later the Ilari (now Awujale) moved to Ode (now called Ijebu Ode) which remains the seat of the Awujale of Ijebuland till this very moment. The ranking of kings or Obas in Yoruba land is a topic that has generated series of controversies over time as to who is the In a report, the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo, declared the answer to that question, that the Ooni of Ife remains the number one monarch in Yoruba land and should be given the honour as the number one paramount ruler in the Yoruba culture.There are many Obas in Yoruba land ruling various Kingdoms, towns and even villages. For instance, the Olubadan of Ibadan is the traditional ruler of Ibadan, the Oba of Lagos is seen as a first class king but rules in Lagos, and so on. All Rights Reserved.
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