Johnson Okùnadé 
In 1962, Prof. Akínwùmí Ìshọ̀lá wrote his first play, Ẹfúnsetán Aníwúrà, while still a student at the University of Ìbàdàn. The play was criticized for misrepresenting the great woman Ẹfúnsetán Aníwúrà as a wicked character, simply to make the play entertaining. Ẹfúnsetán Aníwúrà’s family is highly reputable and prominent in Ìbàdàn. They have one of … Read more
I’ve seen different opinions comparing the late Baba Adébáyọ̀ Fálétí’s Basorun Gaa, with the new Jouse of Ga’a (Idile Gaa) by Bolanle Austen-Peter and here’s my opinion after watching the new House of Ga’a. If you know history and are passionate about preserving Yorùbá culture, you won’t like House of Ga’a when compared with the … Read more
Despite the era in which they found themselves, African ancestors had left us with ancient landmarks, but we must endeavour to build upon that landmark with creativity and effective use of creativity they set as standards for human advancement, Ogun Lakaaye is far beyond a deity of worship, but a platform for black man and … Read more
Ayankola Ayanwuyi stands out when it comes to promoting Yorùbá culture. Through his AIF YORÙBÁ CULTURAL CENTRE (AIF YCC), he had created numerous educating and entertaining Yorùbá contents. He holds the record for making the highest number of quality and detailed video documentaries about our beloved hometown, Ògbómọ̀ṣọ́, on YouTube. Though we’ve never met in … Read more
In the 17th century, the Yoruba kingdom was forever changed by the visionary King Ajagbo, one of the most revered Alaafin of Oyo. Alaafin Ajagbo introduced the prestigious title of Kakanfo, accompanied by 70 elite warriors known as the Eso. This powerful duo would become the backbone of the Old Oyo Empire’s military, second in … Read more
“…ki eyin ma se ohun” meaning “You take care or to take charge of the place” would later become Soun. which would later be used in “Soun of Ogbomoso”
The Old Oyo Empire, also known as Oyo-Ile, was a powerful and influential state that flourished from the 14th to the 19th century. Its capital, Oyo-Ile, was a centre of trade, culture, and military strength. Alaafin of Oyo during the Oyo-Ile era (old Oyo Empire) was not a king; he was an Emperor, a deity! … Read more
Various evidence pointed to the fact that she was evidently intelligent and extremely smart. Aside from her native Language, She learned to speak English, French and Dutch very fast, but still yet, she was compared to an orangutan and a monkey. Cajoled and forced to leave South Africa for Europe in the name of … Read more
Queen Omo Ghandi-Olaoye is a true trailblazer who epitomizes virtuosity and dynamism. She stands as an exemplar of excellence, a visionary leader adorned with a servant’s heart and the Queen mother of the Ogbomoso people. She served as the Special Assistant to the Continental Overseer and held the esteemed position of Executive Leader within the … Read more
Introduction On the 2nd day of September 2023, the esteemed Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, granted his approval for the anointment of a Pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Prince Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, as the newly ordained Soun of Ogbomosoland. This endorsement, however, has evoked a mélange of sentiments within the … Read more
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