Oriki Ologotun
Traditional Praise Poetry of the King - Experience the rich oral tradition and poetic heritage of our royal lineage.
Oriki Ologotun
Traditional praise poetry that honors the royal lineage and celebrates the ancestral heritage of the Ologotun of Ogotun-Ekiti. These ancient verses carry the spiritual essence and cultural identity of our people.
About Oriki
Oriki is a traditional form of Yoruba oral poetry that serves as praise, recognition, and historical documentation. These powerful verses connect the present to our ancestors, celebrating lineage, achievements, and spiritual essence.
The Oriki of Ologotun preserves centuries of wisdom, honoring not just the king but the entire heritage of Ogotun-Ekiti and its people. Each line carries deep cultural meaning and ancestral blessings.
Traditional Oriki of Ologotun
Omo Owa, Omo Ekun Omo amu omo rubo,
Ekan omo suhan buru adin Keyere ya karufin ina
Ekun teere aupo kerin Omo arufin ebo,
Ebeebi alale aruda ebo lowo oun
Omo Ologotun Ojorube, Omo apagbo soju ebo,
Omo amure ekun sire limuja fi daaro kun oworowo agbo,
Ejaidade ori towena nukan Omo alayan mi kale mefa
Le dade akun Eta re re teru owa, elare,tomo
Omo ayugbo eja Ayan to sudi koto, to owo kogbo
Ke mebubu eja tore Ke gbomo eni demi
Ika oniyan le mu Ologotun Omo oni lere okin
Ji oro eso ni pejidirin Kan i to ire oo
Eja ka kotore Omo oni lere okin
Omo afinju eja ke tore Kan so sihun laafin
Loguro owena Omo orisa nla eru owa,
Afinju eye keje nigbangba oko Kan tala ogebo
Omo ajo bala ti yo gege Orisa kan notun, mosisi kanse
Ehin orun ti bala ti yangede Moke aafin gun otutu monsa
Kan mu seru oba sedun dide Kepira ire inaja
Omo ati obe yun kara lorun Ku a gbowo oje o bami
Cultural Significance
Royal Lineage
The oriki traces the noble bloodline from Ojorube, the founder of Ogotun, establishing the sacred connection between past and present rulers.
Spiritual Power
References to spiritual elements and divine favor highlight the sacred nature of the kingship and its connection to ancestral blessings.
Community Identity
The verses celebrate not just the king but the entire community of Ogotun-Ekiti, their strength, resilience, and cultural heritage.
Historical Memory
Each line preserves historical events, achievements, and the wisdom of generations, serving as a living archive of our people's journey.
Oral Tradition
These verses represent the sophisticated oral literary tradition of the Yoruba people, passed down through generations with remarkable preservation.
Complete Traditional Verses
Omo ati obe yun kara lorun
A kara seyi sinu agbada, temi
Sukoko lodoo ewi
Omo owa olomo owa ke jobinrin ponmi
Aji jeran esin, Omo ejo kekoku ke sagbara
Omi eyi fije agbo wese
Ajejii wese libe
Ajeji ko wese nibe deni ebo
Omo elejo ke moke nru sona
Omo oni loorurapa oye
Odonla ibi ogun
Gbodo ke
Kekere onido
Samo samo loku
Oka gbagbo oba
Leja mu buruye
Ijo ojiere agogo
Boya oru nameeko
Royal Ceremonies
Recited during coronations, royal festivals, and important community gatherings to honor the king.
Cultural Events
Performed at cultural festivals, traditional celebrations, and community events to preserve heritage.
Educational Purpose
Teaches younger generations about their history, values, and cultural identity through oral tradition.
Discover Our Rich Heritage
This rich history is just the beginning of Ogotun-Ekiti's remarkable story. From our sacred origins to our modern achievements, every aspect of our town reflects the courage, wisdom, and divine favor that has guided us through the centuries.
"It will be very wrong to play down the importance of Ogotun in the history of Yoruba."