Who is the current Ataoja of Osogbo?
Oba Jimoh Olanipekun Oyetunji
His Royal Majesty Oba Jimoh Oyetunji. The Ataoja of Osogbo (currently, Oba Jimoh Olanipekun Oyetunji), is the traditional head of Osogbo and the representative of their ancestors.
Who is the first king of Osogbo?
Larooye
Hence, Larooye became the first traditional ruler (1st Ataoja of Osogbo) in 1670 and ruled for a period of 90 years until his death in 1760.
What is the name of Oba of Osogbo?
Oba Iyiola Oyewale Matanmi III Ataoja of Osogbo
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How many local government is in Osogbo?
30
The state consists of thirty (30) Local Government Areas and Area offices, the primary (third-tier) unit of government in Nigeria….Local Government Areas.
| LGA | Headquarters |
|---|---|
| Odo Otin | Okuku |
| Ola Oluwa | Bode Osi |
| Olorunda | Igbonna, Osogbo |
| Oriade | Ijebu-Jesa |
What is the meaning of Osogbo?
OSOGBO was coined out of Oso igbo (Wizard of the Forest). This was as a result of earlier settlers who surprisingly met a man at the River Osun river and they referred to as ‘Wizard of the Forest’ Oso igbo which led to the name Osogbo.
Who is King Osogbo?
His Royal Majesty the Ataoja of Osogboland Oba Jimoh Oyetunji – Mediacraft Associates.
What does Osogbo mean in English?
trade centre
(əˈʃɒɡbəʊ) n. (Placename) a city in SW Nigeria: trade centre.
Who is the richest king in Osun State?
Benjamin Ikenchuku Keagborekuzi I networth
| Number | Name | Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oba Obateru Akinrutan | Ondo |
| 2 | Sa’adu Abubakar | Sokoto |
| 3 | Lamido Sanusi Lamido | Kano |
| 4 | Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi Enitan | Osun |
What is the land mass of Osogbo?
47 km²
Osogbo/Area
What is Osogbo known for?
Osogbo is the trade center for a farming region. Yams, cassava, grain, and tobacco are grown. Cotton is grown and used to weave cloth. It is also home to several hotels and a football stadium with a capacity of 10,000 and a second division professional league team.
Where was Osun State created from?
August 27, 1991
Osun/Founded
