YORUBA TOWNS

Alaafin Of Oyo Moves To Ancient Palace After Rehabilitation, Reconstruction 0
- SLIDE, YORUBA TOWNS
- January 21, 2026
The Alaafin of Oyo has officially moved into the historic Oyo Palace following the successful completion of its rehabilitation and reconstruction, marking a significant cultural and historical milestone for Oyo Kingdom and the entire Yoruba race. The return of the Alaafin to the ancient palace restores centuries-old tradition, as the palace is not merely
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12 Powerful Baloguns In Yoruba History 0
- SLIDE, SOUTH WEST, YORUBA TOWNS
- January 18, 2026
(Years listed in no particular order) In Yoruba military and political history, the Balogun was more than a war commander — he was a symbol of courage, strategy, and leadership. Below are twelve of the most formidable Baloguns whose exploits shaped 19th-century Yoruba history. 1. Balogun Oderinlo (Ibadan) ⚔️ Active: c. 1840s A leading
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The Market In Ile-Ife (OJA-IGBOMEKUN) 10,000 Years Before The Birth Of Jesus 0
- SLIDE, SOUTH WEST, YORUBA TOWNS
- September 4, 2025
The Market In Ile-Ife (OJA-IGBOMEKUN) 10,000 Years Before The Birth Of Jesus Long before the dawn of written history, long before the rise of empires and kingdoms, the land that would one day be known as Ile-Ife—regarded by the Yoruba as the cradle of humanity—was already home to human communities. Around 10,000 BC, roughly
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Ilesa Nigeria: A Town Of Rich History, Culture, And Tradition,1466-2025 0
- SOUTH WEST, YORUBA TOWNS
- March 21, 2025
Ilesa, Nigeria: A Town of Rich History, Culture, and Tradition Ilesha (also spelled Ilesa) is a historic town in Osun State, southwestern Nigeria. It is the cultural and political headquarters of Ijeshaland, home to the Ijesha people, a sub-group of the Yoruba ethnic group. Known for its bravery, commerce, and traditions, Ilesha has played a
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The Fight Between Ife and Modakeke: The Longest Intra-Ethnic War In Yorubaland,165 yrs 0
- SLIDE, SOUTH WEST, YORUBA TOWNS
- February 5, 2025
Background The fight between Ife and Modakeke stands as one of the longest intra-ethnic wars in Yorubaland, lasting for over 165 years. It was a battle rooted in migration, land disputes, and political autonomy, primarily between the people of Ile-Ife, the historical and spiritual home of the Yoruba, and the settlers of Modakeke, who sought
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