In Nigeria, traditional rulers are given different titles based on one thing or another.
So, in today’s post, I will be deliberating on the list and names of all the traditional titles that are awarded to deserved persons in Nigeria.
Who is a Traditional Ruler
Traditional rulers are individuals who derive their titles from the previous rulers of independent states or communities. They have a great influence on the people of their community and are well respected even though they do not have formal political power.
Traditional Titles in Nigeria
- Aku Uka of Wukari
- Alaafin of Oyo
- Alake of Egbaland
- Asagba of Asaba (Delta)
- Ataoja of Oshogbo
- Attah of Igala (Kogi)
- Awjale of Ijebuland
- Ayangbunrin of Ikorodu
- Emir of Kano
- Emir of Zazzau
- Etsu Nupe
- Ewi of Ado Ekiti
- Gbom Gbom of Jos (Plateau)
- Lamido of Adamawa
- Oba of Benin
- Oba of Lagos
- Obi of Agbor (Delta)
- Obi of Onitsha
- Obong of Calabar
- Ochi Idoma of Idoma
- Oluwu of Owo
- Olu of Warri (Delta)
- Olubadan of Ibadan
- Olugbo of Ugboland
- Ooni of Ife (Osun)
- Osemawe of Ondo
- Owa Obokun of Ijesaland
- Owa of IIeshi (Osun)
- Owa Ooye of Okemesi
- Shehu of Borno
- Soun of Ogbomoso (Oyo)
- Sultan of Sokoto
- Tor Tiv (Benue)
Frequently Asked Questions on Traditional Ruler?
- What is a traditional title?
- Who is the highest traditional ruler in Nigeria?
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