Oduduwa
Oduduwa is a central figure in Yoruba mythology and culture, widely regarded as the progenitor of the Yoruba people and, in many traditions, the founder of Ife, the city often viewed as the spiritual heartland of the Yoruba.
Origins and traditions vary. In many Yoruba accounts, Oduduwa is either a divine emissary of Olodumare (God)
Role and legacy. Oduduwa is considered the mythical ancestor of the Ooni of Ife, the traditional ruler
Cultural significance and interpretation. Oduduwa’s story serves to explain Yoruba origins, the institution of kingship, and
In contemporary times, Oduduwa remains a potent symbol of Yoruba identity, celebrated in folklore, ritual practice,