The stirring anthem tells the story of our rich heritage, patriotism, hard work, and service. Mere listening to the lyrics, you’ll conclude that The Full Oyo State Anthem is appropriate and indeed, we are the Pacesetter. You can also see the video on YouTube. Oyo State Anthem Video Oyo State Anthem Lyrics Asíwájú ni wáAsíwájú … 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
Written By Káyọ̀dé Adéṣọ̀kan Evidently, African countries are endowed with rich culture and supernatural power, and among them is Nigeria, the giant of Africa, with the cultural heritage of its Yorùbá folks. From Ògbómọ̀ṣọ́, Nigeria, Israel Ayanwuyi documented the dance and performance of an (Egúngún) masquerade called Ajómọ́gbódó. Egúngún Ajómọ́gbódó with its space-sitting prowess is … Read more
Langtang is reputed to be the home of the army generals; the people are often referred to as the “Langtang Mafia“ in the heydays of the military. Those in that group include some of the most powerful and influential army generals and officers the Nigerian army has ever produced in history. The Tarok People of Langtang in Plateau State … Read more
The Name and Language “Tarok” In the literature, other names have been used for Tarok as Appa, Yergam and its variants of Yergum and Yergem. The name Tarok itself has been wrongly spelled by some as Taroh, some will go as fast as insisting that it is Taroh and not Tarok. The name Appa on … Read more
Introduction In 1971 Alaafin Adeyemi III became king. He succeeded Alaafin Gbadegesin Ladigbolu II during the governorship of Colonel Robert Adeyinka Adebayo, after the end of the Nigerian Civil War. In 1975, the Head-of-State, General Murtala Ramat Mohammed included Oba Adeyemi in his entourage for the hajj. He was chancellor of Uthman dan Fodiyo University … Read more
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