This is about more than just a structure; it is about ensuring the welfare of our people and strengthening our influence. “When Yoruba people speak with one voice, we make a real impact.

Why the imposition of the Sharia law in South-West Nigeria is not symmetrical in tune with and consistent with the religious values, tradition, culture and ways of life of the Yoruba people in ...

The secessionist group stated this in a statement, signed by its leader Professor Banji Akintoye, arguing that no Islamic provisions mandate Yoruba Muslims to accept Sultan as their leader.

The Aareonakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Abiodun Adams, has described the passing of Afenifere leader and staunch Awoist, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, as a monumental loss to the Yoruba people and Nigeria.

“I grew up on Yoruba music,” he says. “I listened to a lot of highlife, fuji. I listened to King Sunny Adé a lot, Ebenezer Obey, all these people. I had no choice, I just had to ...

As he embarks on his leadership journey, Oba Adeleke reaffirmed his commitment to promoting the welfare of Yoruba people in the North, strengthening community ties, and preserving the rich ...

reinforcing that the king is a leader of all Yoruba people, irrespective of their faith. Since the demise of Alaafin Oranyan, the Ifa Oracle has had no documented role in the selection of an Alaafin.

The groups claim to represent artisans, workers, students, community-based groups, traders, professionals and self-determination groups and millions of Yoruba people spread across Yoruba ...

“We have observed the current proposal, by a tiny group of people, backed by largely non-Yoruba domestic and international collaborators pushing for the introduction of Sharia in Yorubaland.

He describes it as a deep-seated sense of inadequacy people have for their languages and cultural identity, especially among the literates or elites. This dispels the common perception that the ...