PDF Chieftaincy Titles in Yorubaland and Their Implication for Growth and Below are some titles of traditional rulers in Yorubaland. Letter from Africa: What's the point of Nigeria's traditional kings? They dominate commerce in electronic, automobile spare part and general merchandizing. Igbo Chieftaincy Titles Highly accomplished men and women are admitted into orders for people of title such as Ndi Ozo or Ndi Nze. Eastern Nigeria have many titles that celebrate wealth. 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. In Yoruba land, apart from Oba which is the general name for a king, each king or traditional ruler has his own royal title which distinguishes him from other kings. Gov. 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. This is because of the harsh environment in Nigeria and poverty rate. 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). Like in Ikere-Ekiti where we have Ogoga of Ikere and Onikere of Ikere the government recognizes Onikere of Ikere and in Ikare Akoko the government recognizes Olukare of Ikare and not Owa-Ale of Ikare. This is really helpful. Space, Innovation of Vocational Technology Education, Engineering family is such a scientific field that has to work as a unit without progress and development suffers in any society. The titles are meant to encourage influential people in the society to contribute to the development of the community. Kindly do check back. Indeed, Olomola drew attention to the powers of traditional rulers and their status in Ekitiland before the British colonial rule, when he noted their legend with reference to Kingdoms of Ado, Ikole, Ijero and Moba and asserted thus: Each Kingdom consisted of a major (mother) town and a few or numerous subordinate communities while each city-state comprised a main town and a couple of villages and cottages. I rejoice with all the recipients, most especiallythat popular Nigerian politician, Moshood Mustapha, who has been honoured as the Oluomo of Yoruba in Ghana., He urged the new chiefs to continue thegood behaviour and generosity that earned you these titles. 17 Apr. Chieftaincy Titles In Yorubaland And Their Implication For Growth And Nigerian entrepreneur, politician, industrialist, and a member of the 9th National Assembly, Hon. 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Further information could not be found among the sources consulted by the Research Directorate within the time constraints of this Response. Sorry, preview is currently unavailable. oba Abodi of ikaleland, Haul of aye kingdom, Rebuja of osoroland, Jegun of idepe -okitipupa, oba olugbo of ugboland, wao! It identifies the factors responsible for the changes: namely, militarism and patronage (in the nineteenth century), Western education, individual affluence, colonial and post-colonial state power (in the twentieth century). The Impact Of Religion On The People Of Ile-oluji, Ondo State, Nigeria. Full participatory observation of the temple services and activities were carried out in order to arrive at a detailed study. 10 Traditional Igbo Chieftaincy Titles and There Meaning Ikemba Ome Lo Ra Uba zuo Oke Ome ego Ochiri Ozuo Ebube Dike Oke Osisi Uba zuo oke Oji ofo 10. 21 0 obj <> endobj Kindly do check back. We are very grateful, your contribution goes a long way. Alara of Aramoko is one of the seven paramount rulers in Yoruba land. The title Uba zuo oke means (a man whose wealth is huge enough to benefit the community). We really appreciate your contribution. A big thanks to you, Mr. Olayinka Babatope. Thanks once again. They are: ALAWE OF ILAWE ALARA OF ARAMOKO ONITAJI OF ITAJI OLOJUDO OF IDO ONIRE OF IRE OORE OF OTUN ELEMURE OF EMURE OLOGOTUN OF OGOTUN ARINJALE OF ISE ELEKOLE OF IKOLE. Child of a Monarch, sometimes rendered alternatively as "mba", "m ba" and "m-ba"). However, such honorary titles are usually conferred by officially recognised traditional rulers (popularly referred to as "Obas" in Yorubaland). This is great! Word count: 498. Owner of a title, also appearing as "jy") in the way that kings and queens regnant use 'ba'. 23 June 2011. The Yoruba are in the west, Hausa in North and Igbo people in southeastern region. 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. 2012). Its highly appreciated. They are joined in the class of royal chiefs by the titled dynasts of their royal families. I think we need to be a bit careful about some towns where there is controversy about their oba. Thank you so much for your contribution, Segilola Adeniyi. Enter the email address you signed up with and we'll email you a reset link. The Emeritus Professor added that, in this scenario, someone who was willing to participate in rituals "could always be found" (16 Apr. Prominent politicians also amass numerous chieftaincy titles. The list of names here, are 'oruko amutorunwa'. IRB - Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada: "Nigeria: Chieftaincy in _____. 0 A big thanks to you, Mr. Babalola Clement. The Advocate and Development Planner explained that, although the refusal of chieftaincy titles is "very rare," some people refuse to participate in the required rituals and sacrifices due to their education, occupation, or religion, especially Christianity (ibid. Thanks for your contribution, Alagba Ademot. It similarly links the retreat of martial functions in such offices as the Agbon and Lapoekun to the ascendancy of the Balogun institution. Thank you for adding to this treasure box, Asiwaju Dele Asipa. Such individuals are honored with the title Ebube Dike which translates to (Glorious hero) or he who brings prosperity to the community. Some Yoruba chieftaincy titles are hereditary and others arebestowed upon individuals (Chief 25 Sept. 2012; Emeritus Professor 16 Apr. Please, visit again. 10 Greatest Songs of the Civil Rights Movement. The Ghanaian President, Nana Akufo, represented by Vice President, Dr. Mahmoud Bawumia and the Nigerian Ambassador to Ghana, Mr. Femi Michael Abikoye, attended the ceremony, which held at the prestigious State House, Accra on Sunday January 18, 2020. Thanks for your contribution, Mr. Saleem. the leading first class Oba in Oke-Ogun is ASEYIN OF ISEYIN LAND (OYO STATE) which is missing in this list. Thank you, Eniola. All you have said above is true. Your visit is appreciated. This dissertation analyzes how the worship of traditional Yoruba deities has now become a modern religion, but was previously understood and practiced very differently. Titles of traditional rulers in Yorubaland. 2012). 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. Thank you for contributing sir. The question of who are the Ogboni of Egbaland is one of the major controversial issues which in fact call for deliberation. Please visit often. The three other ranks, who traditionally provide the membership of a series of privy councils, sects and guilds, oversee the day-to-day administration of the Yoruba traditional states and are led by the iwarefas, the arabas and the titled elders of the kingdoms' constituent families.[2]. The episodic implications of all of these on the pre-colonial, colonial and post-independence socio-political and economic facets of Ijebuland constitute our tertiary objects here. Thanks for your visit and wonderful contributions, Mr. Babalola Clement. (Ayanyemi, Ayanwale),Names can also depend on the nature of chieftaincy titles of the parents. Chieftaincy and the State in Abacha's Nigeria: Kingship, Political We really are grateful. The meaning of Ome Lo Ra is translated to mean (the one who does everything good for the community). 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Thank you so much for this enlightenment, Mr. Babalola Clement. This is great! For okeho, it is Onjo of Okeho not Oba of Okeho. Bisi Bakare. kindly help me wit traditional title of iwo,arigidi,okemesi,ido osun,ijebujesa, ode remo.tanks. "Ile-Ife, which is the cradle of the Yoruba race, the Ooni of Ife also has right to confer chieftaincy titles on worthy individuals because the Oyo kingdom, Ketu kingdom, Benin kingdom and other . Thanks for this effort. Olukare of Ikare Akoko, Olumo Of Imo Arigidi Akoko, Zaki Of Arigidi Akoko,Onirun of Irun Akoko. Breaking Down The Significance Of Skepta's New Chieftaincy Title Thanks for your contribution, Mr. Dehinde Olutimehin. 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Oji ofo title is given only to men in a family. 2012). Kindly do check back. Barber - How Man Makes God in West Africa, Children of a "Fallen House": Lives and Livelihoods of Youth in Nigeria (MPhil Thesis), The theme of ethical re orientation in popular music the case of ayinla omowura, THE POLITICS OF CULTURE IN A DIASPORA COMMUNITY: A CASE STUDY OF CARETTA, AN AFRICAN BRAZILIAN CARNIVAL IN LAGOS, NIGERIA, 2014: Mller, L.F. On the demonization and discrimination of Asante and Yoruba women in Ghanaian and Nigerian video films Research in African Literatures, vol. He said that "all such 'backers' would expect to get repaid in some way, in cash, influence, benefits from office, access to land, etc." Yoruba name - Wikipedia 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 It maps the origins, nature and changing connotations of the Balogun title in Ijebuland. Yoruba community in Ghana gives out chieftaincy titles Please insert. 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. Point of correction ,ONJO OF OKEHO NOT OBA OF OKEHO. Nigeria: Increasing Violence Continues to Cause Internal Displacement. Using a multi-layered methodological approach, including a lived historical perspective, the author recounts the process through which she also became Yoruba through the conferment of three chieftaincy titles each on her and her husband, the highest of which was presented to them by His Royal Majesty, King (Oba) Michael Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo . Please visit often. In the past, the cap was worn Abeti-Aja style (meaning like dogs ears);. Unauthorized use or duplication of our contents without express and written permission from us is strictly prohibited. 2012; Advocate . 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. 2012.). Thank you, Mr. Akinwale Abiodun. This is so wonderful. Kindly do check back, Olobu of ilobu Olufon of ifon Elerin of elerin, Olobu of ilobu Olufon of ifon Elerin of erin, Thanks for your contribution, Olamodder. 16 April 2012. The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has appealed to parents and guardians to add vocational and business skills to the formal education being given to their children in schools. Kindly do check back. We are really grateful. Some notable members invest heavy in the community. onikotun of ikotun,onijegun of ijegun,onigando of igando,ologudu of ogudu.Frm ayoola opeyemi frm ikotun. Chief (Yoruba and Iboland). Thanks for your contribution, Mr. Moyin Salaudeen. Yoruba term, meaning rest the back on wealth. 1. Sources report that sometimes people refuse chieftaincy titles because they do not want to participate in rituals that the position involves (Emeritus Professor 16 Apr. .. .. without Agbana Of Isanlu. Among them is city businessman andformerNigerian lawmaker, Hon. This is awesome. Abdulganiyu Olododo, Special Adviser to the Governor on Special Duties, Alh. Alaafin: I'm the only king qualified to confer titles that cover Yoruba Thank you for contributing, Kawasaki. "[3], The role of the oba has diminished with the coming of colonial and democratic institutions. The Emeritus Professor indicated that conflicts about chieftaincy titles often occur between the contestant's family and the king and council (16 Apr. Yoruba - Joy has returned , A variant of name Ayotunde. According to the Lagos-based Vanguard newspaper, a Christian diocese in Amichi banned its members from the Ozo chieftaincy title (23 June 2011). The temple which was established in the late 90s, exemplifies the positive impact of modernity on the practice of traditional religion, as it enjoys a commendable prominence as an indigenous religious centre, due to the elitism and modernity with which worship activities are coordinated. Thanks for your visit and contribution, Mr. Gbenga Alebiosu. The y ba, meanwhile, bears the title "Alfin", which means One who possesses the palace) and the kings of individual Yoruba towns, such as that of w a town in Osun State who bears the title "Olw" (Ol ti w, lit. The first class oba in oke-ogun is ALADO OF ADO-AWAYE not aseyin because the first alado was crownded on 1521, Owa obokun adimula of ijesha land Ajana afa of oke-agbe akoko, Aare of Ofiki,onitede of tede, Amuni of Ijio,Sabigana of iganan,Alepata of Igboho Eleyinpo of Ipapo etc, Olomu of Omuaran Alofa of Ilofa Alaran of Arandun Onimo of Imo, Ilesha Olupo of Ajase-Ipo. Lord of w). 2012). titles: Abstract: This paper examines the impact of honorary chieftaincy titles awarded by the Oba (king) in the Yoruba society of Oyo State, Nigeria, on individual recipients, usually politicians, businessmen and civil servants, and on public administration. 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). Emeritus Professor, School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London. ONJO OKEHO ( Not Oba Of Okeho (6) SABIGANNA OF IGANNA, (7) OLU OF IGBO ORA (OLOKA OF OKAAKA (All In Oke Ogun Area Of Oyo State, Point Of Correction Akran Is Not Title Of Oba Of Badagry Akran Is A Name Of One Of Past Badagry Kings OBA SIDI AKRAN Title Of Oba Of Badagry Is MENUTOYI OF BADAGRY . It goes a long way. The excellent performance of Onipe prompted the Alaafin to give him two options as follows: 1) To become an ONAMODAKE, full fledged member of Oyomesi and still remain in the service of the Alaafin, or. 104-120. Thanks so much for your priceless contribution, Mr. David Morakinyo. Jadesola Babatola and Aare Gani Adams Foundation, Spiritual Citizenship: Transnational Pathways from Black Power to If in Trinidad (Duke University Press), Caribbean Journal of Philosophy, Vol. Yoruba term meaning we have seen a baby again., Yoruba term meaning we have seen a baby again. Thanks for contributing, Mr. Oladayo Gbemileke. Some Yoruba chieftaincy titles are hereditary and others are bestowed upon individuals (Chief 25 Sept. 2012; Emeritus Professor 16 Apr. Oba means ruler in the Yoruba and Bini languages. AfricaBib | Honorary chieftaincy title award as perspective to the Yoruba people of South Western Nigeria have their own way of practicing their beliefs and the demands of the practice. Those that remain and those of the third generation tend to only be headed by the holders of the title "Bal" (lit. Thank you so much, Mr. Adebowale. 18 May 2012. Here is a list of both Male and female Yoruba names and their meaning please leave Oyinbo names for oyibo people oo A Aanuoluwapo; God's mercy is great. Kindly do check back. Not oba of okeho but its Onjo of Okeho Onigboho of Igboho Oloje of Oje-owode Aragbiji of Iragbiji Onigbeti of Igbeti Aseyin of Iseyin Olokuku of Okuku Akirun of Ikirun Iba of Kisi Obalufon of Sepeteri Alamodu of Ago-amodu Owa of Igbajo Osemawe of Ondo. Thank you Miss/Mrs. Kindly do visit again. Corroborating information could not be found among the sources consulted by the Research Directorate within the time constraints of this Response. Within the Yoruba community, where Skepta hails from, the complete regalia for the occasion is Agbada, Buba, and Sokoto. Traditional rule is commonplace with hierarchy that starts from the king then chiefs. 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. West Seattle Blog Crime, Parle Productions Jack And Kelly Break Up, The Wolf Of Snow Hollow Ending Drawer, Marines Guard The Gates Of Heaven Quote, Articles Y
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