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We give all thanks to God, the merciful and magnificent. The mother of our monarch slept in the Lord at 81years, after a brief illness. We the Owu people all over the world condole HRM Oba Prof Saka Adelola Matemilola FNSE, Oluyalo Otileta VII Olowu of Owu Kingdom Abeokuta, on the transition to his dear mother, iya Oba and matriarch of Bolaji family. Alhaja Aliratu Adunni Matemilola was born 1943 in Abiola Village, to Chief Kasali Bolaji Abiola of Ago-Ika, Gbágùrá in Abeokuta and Mrs Raliat Bolaji of Labuta Compound, Oke Egunya, Owu Abeokuta. Her father was Baale of Abiola…
Chief S. I. Lashile was born July 24, 1914 to Pa Saalu and Mama Amoke Lasile of Orunto village in Olorunda, Abeokuta North Local Government. The last born of four children by his mother, young Isabade left his illiterate farmer father to live with his most senior brother who was a very successful farmer, trader and produce merchant. At about the age of thirteen, Isabade met another village boy and inquired as to what the other boy was carrying on his head. The other boy explained that they are books, and from books one could learn to count objects and…
Chief George Akinola Ogunpola, fondly known as “Honest Man,” was born on September 11, 1932, in Ajegunle Village, Ewekoro Local Government of Ogun State. His father, Elder Julius Ibikunle Ogunpola, was a respected member of Olusomi Compound, Totoro Road, Owu, Abeokuta, while his mother, Chief (Mrs.) Marian Adekanla Ogunpola (née Ojediran), was the Late Seriki of Owu Christians and an authentic member of Onsa-Isale Compound, Erunmu, Owu, Abeokuta. George began his primary education in 1940, enrolling at Abalabi Central School in January 1941. He later transferred to Owu African Central School in 1946, where he completed his elementary education in…
This week, an event of epic historical importance played out within the Orangun’s palace in Ila. The newly installed Onipopo of Grand Popo in Republique du Benin, Sa Majeste Oba Adeshina Fagbemi Alahoussan Hélékétché entered Ìpèbí right within the palace of the Orangun of Ila. The new Onipopo by this act has wrestled back the direction of history, re-emphasised and re-asserted his root and blood, earlier disrupted by the Europeans who haphazardly delineated and parcelled out Africa, an act that emptied out a significant space in a people’s history and robbed people of their true identity and self consciousness. The…
We successfully convened our maiden meeting of the year, setting the tone for a promising 2025. The gathering commenced with heartfelt prayers (Christian and Moslem), comprehensive reports, and joyful celebrations, paving the way for a unified agenda. As we build upon our accomplishments, we reaffirm our commitment to positivity, truth, and love – core leadership principles guiding our journey. This dedication remains unwavering, unshaken by distractions. Awa lomo Orunto Baalufe Descendants, Omo Enlonka. Awa lomo Orunto Baalufe, Omo Enlonka! (We are the children of Orunto Baalufe, descendants of Enlonka!) Together, we forge ahead, strengthened by our shared heritage and united…
Chief Abiodun Oladimeji Lasile DL MnbR Orunto Baalufe Owu Kingdom Abeokuta Founder/Coordinator, The SixthSense Initiative and Sixth Sense Series Publications
On Tuesday, December 26, 2023, a momentous occasion unfolded as His Royal Majesty Oba Prof Saka Adelola Adisa Matemilola FNSE Otileta VII Olowu Oluyalo of Owu Kingdom Abeokuta, graced the 2023 Ibogun Day celebration and extended his felicitations to Olu Ibogun of Ibogunland on the colorful anniversary. The Anniversary served as a platform for cultural enrichment and historical reflection of Ibogun Olaogunland.
A pivotal initiative spearheaded by Abiodun Oladimeji Lasile, prior to his ascension as Orunto Owu Kingdom Abeokuta, has left an indelible mark on the palace’s identity. Recognising the absence of palace branding as a significant oversight before 2022, Abiodun took decisive action, transforming this deficit into a triumph. Today, this project stands as a testament to his vision and dedication. To God be the glory for this remarkable achievement!
It is very creative of him to have shortened his name to Ali Baba because only his family members would have been privileged to be calling him by name. You asked me why? Try calling this name, “Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome” He couldn’t have been relatable and accessible to his audience. In my mind… He is professional Nigerian stand-up comedian, master of ceremonies and actor. Indeed, a great man in the Nigerian entertainment industry!
– Oba Pawu (1855-1867) (OTILETA I) – Oba Adefowote (1867-1872) (OTILETA II) – Oba Aderinmoye (1873-1890) (OTILETA III) – Oba Adepegba (1893-1905) (AYOLOYE I) – Oba Owokokade (1906-1918) (OTILETA IV) – Oba Adesunmbo Dosunmu (1918-1924) (AMORORO I) – Oba Adesina Aderinoye (1924-1936) (OTILETA V) – Oba Adelani Gbogboade (March 1938- August 15, 1946) (OTILETA VI) – Oba Salami Gbadela Adewunmi Ajibola (1949-1972) (AYOLOYE II) – Oba Adebowale Oyegbade (1975-1980) (AKINJOBI I) – Oba Michael Ayinde Oyelekan (April 29, 1987 – May 8, 1987) (AKINOSO I) – Oba Olawale Adisa Odeleye (October 30, 1993 – June 11, 2003) (LAGBEDU I) -…