Luwoo Gbagida – First and Only Female Ooni of Ife

Luwoo Gbagida – First and Only Female Ooni of Ife

History isn’t entirely kind to Luwoo Gbagida and this is primarily because of the lack of written evidence. However, oral tradition attests to the reign of Luwoo Gbagida as the 21st Ooni of Ife. There are various accounts of the reign of Luwoo as Ooni of Ife. Some regarded her as brave and just while others regarded her as arrogant and highhanded.

The stool of the Ooni of Ife is revered and regarded as a position for the male folks. Many people have blamed the reason for this on Luwoo Gbagida. But, we cannot shy away from the obvious fact that in a….CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>