Oba Kosoko was a prominent Yoruba king and leader of the Lagos area in Nigeria during the 19th century. He was a significant figure in the political landscape of Lagos, known for his resistance against British colonial influence and involvement in the slave trade. His reign was marked by conflicts with rival factions and colonial powers, leading to his eventual exile. Oba Kosoko is remembered for his efforts to maintain Yoruba autonomy and cultural heritage during a tumultuous period in Nigerian history.
The word for king in Yoruba is "Oba."
A Nigerian King from the 1850's.
An oba is a West African noble title given to a king or ruler. It is commonly used in the Yoruba-speaking regions of Nigeria. The oba holds significant political and religious authority within their kingdom.
1. Obara in Yoruba language (South west of Nigeria) means "Oba" "ara" which can be translated as king (Oba) of the people (ara). Obara is a royal family clan or name or identification found in Ikenne, Shagamu and traced to Ilé- Ife in Nigeria. 2. It also means blood in Igbo Language of Nigeria example : Obara Jesus means "blood of Jesus"
The king of Yoruba land in Nigeria is often referred to as the Ooni of Ife, a title held by the traditional ruler of Ife, which is considered the spiritual and cultural capital of the Yoruba people. As of my last knowledge update in October 2023, the current Ooni is Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi. However, the Yoruba people have several other prominent kings and chiefs across various regions, each with their own significance and authority.
As of 2013, the oba in Yorubaland is Dr. Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III. Dr.Lamidi OLayiwola Adeyemi iii was born on October 15, 1938 in Yoruba state of Oyo.
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The cast of Oba mewa - 2003 includes: Abigail Adedeji Fausat Balogun Mary Joseph Jide Kosoko Remi Martins Ronke Ojo Babatunde Omidina
To install a Yoruba Oba (king), there is a traditional process that involves rituals, ceremonies, and consultations with Ifa priests and elders. The ceremony is usually held in the royal court with the presence of dignitaries, community members, and traditional leaders. The Oba-elect will be crowned with a beaded crown and presented with symbolic items representing their authority. It is a significant cultural event that showcases the continuity of Yoruba traditions and customs.
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