Onítàn
Onítàn is a Yoruba term that can be translated as "storyteller" or "historian." In traditional Yoruba society, the onítàn played a crucial role in preserving and transmitting the collective memory, history, myths, and cultural knowledge of their community. They were respected individuals who possessed extensive knowledge of ancestral lineage, significant events, and the spiritual beliefs of their people.
The practice of storytelling by the onítàn was not merely entertainment; it was a vital educational and
The onítàn's role was often passed down through generations, with apprentices learning the vast repertoire of