And it's neither the fault of the politicians but these kings who would downgrade and desecrate the thrones by jumping from one politician's house/office to another. Why won't he if Ooni can take same insult from politicians. Imagine Femi Gbajabiamila standing right and shaking hands with a prominent Yoruba king ((Oluwo). Soun, Alaafin, Awujale, Alake & Owa Obokun). If you must copy kings, emulate older ones who have earned reputation for themselves through character and carriage (e.g. You cannot in anyway measure up to Ooni's status through that fake staff of office (which is alien to our Iwo land) or cheap publicity that you are always looking for. Oluwo of Iwo is looking for a very cheap publicity in a wrong way. There is also a Wonderland amusement park at Bodija.I honestly think the Afobajes of Yoruba land are getting it wrong in recent choice of their kings or could it be that some politicians enforce their candidates on them through settlements? Certain traditional stools are meant for elders but if there are no elders in such royal families again, young ones who have been taught the tenets of royalty and who have related well with elders, should be appointed. Other attractions in Ibadan include Mapo Hall which is referred to as the colonial-style city hall located on top of a hill called Oke Mapo or Mapo Hill. Tourists enjoy an excellent view of the whole city from the top of the tower. The Bower Memorial Tower is located to the east on Oke Aàre (Aare’s Hill) The Bower Memorial Tower can be seen from practically any point in the city. This museum exhibits several remarkable pre-historic bronze carvings and statues. Ibadan holds remarkable tourist attractions such as the museum inside the building of the Institute of African Studies. The city has two zoological gardens, at the University of Ibadan and Agodi Gardens where you will find a botanical garden, swimming pool, and leisure spots. Ibadan has famous and well-stocked libraries and is home to the first television station in Africa. The first airport in West Africa is also located in Alakia area, Ibadan near Nigeria Breweries. The first technical University in Africa was established at Ibadan in 2013. Social amenities and infrastructure in Ibadan It’s the pigeon that has been caught by the child ‘ Layipo.Īsejire is the water of Abumu-Buwe in Ibadan. Where the thief lives, he is fighting for God.Īs Ibadan is getting smart, that is how it gets strangers. Ibadan is not a friend who doesn’t take him to war.Ī lot of worship! Ibadan asks before you watch it. The one that fights all neighbors in war. The child will eat snail, use the shell to wash it. Latosa city, the president of the country. The town of Ajayi, he heard the mosquito wearing a cap.
The city of Ibikunle, Alagbala Jaya-Jaya. The town of Ogunmola, Olodogbo Keri in battle. Ibadan is the glory, in the house of Oluyole. Ibadan ki ba ni s’ore ai mu ni lo s’ogun.ī’Ibadan ti n gbonile bee lo n gba Ajoji Oluyole was a distinguished army commander from Oyo who contributed immensely to the military and economic development of Ibadan when the city was established.īelow is the oriki of Ibadan and its translation. In the Ibadan Eulogy, you will mostly find the theme of war and victory. Oríkì is a cultural phenomenon common amongst Yoruba-speakers of West Africa. Due to the rich heritage of Ibadan, the city has its own Oríkì, which in English is called praise poetry. Indigenes of Ibadan are known to be hardworking and fun-loving with vibrant nightlife. Ibadan is known to be a relatively peaceful city. Oriki Ibadan The Eulogy of Ibadan and Meaning Ibadan also houses the cultural centre, Mokola and the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium Oke-Ado, formerly known as Liberty Stadium. The Obafemi Awolowo Hall in the University of Ibadan is said to be one of the tallest hostels in any West African university. Other notable skyscrapers in Ibadan include Femi Johnson glasshouse, CBN building, United Bank for Africa, Oxford building, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria’s Building, among others. In terms of economic growth, Ibadan has housed some of the first companies in Nigeria such as the Cocoa House, the headquarters of the Oodua Investment Company. The first skyscrapers built in Nigeria are also located in the commercial centers at Ibadan. The first teaching hospital in West Africa is the University College hospital located in Ibadan. The first higher institution in Nigeria, the University of Ibadan was established in 1959. According to most historical evidence, Nigerian development started from Ibadan where the first dual lane in West Africa was firstly constructed at Bodija road in Ibadan.
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