Nigeria, traditional rulers have from time
immemorial been the closest to the people.
They have a stronghold in their various locations
and bring about peace and orderliness among the
people.
Here are the top 10 most powerful Kings in
Nigeria
The Emir of Kano
His Royal Highness Mallam Muhammad Sanusi II
is currently the Emir of Kano. He heads the entire
Kano Emirate and is loved passionately by his
people.
He became the successor of Alhaji Dr. Ado Bayero
who ruled for 51 years.
Before becoming the Emir, Mallam Sanusi was a
renowned banker and former Governor of the
Central Bank of Nigeria.
Alaafin of Oyo
Among the most powerful and influential
monarchial titles attainable in Nigeria is the
position of the Alaafin of Oyo. The ruling Alaafin
of Oyo is Lamidi Olayiwola III, who is the
successor of AlaafinGbadegesi Ladigbolu II. This
position is very powerful and the title owner until
recently was also the Chairman of the Council of
Obas and the Chiefs in Oyo State. This was
however changed by the former Governor of Oyo
State, Adebayo Alao-Akala, and a rotational
arrangement was adopted.
Sultan of Sokoto
As far back as the era of the British, the position
of the Sultan has been held in high esteem. The
Sultan is also known to be the spiritual leader to
the Muslims in Nigeria. The current Sultan is
Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar IV; he was the
successor of his late brother Muhammadu
Maccido who lost his life in the ADC Airline flight
53 flight.
Ooni of Ile-Ife
The current Ooni of Ile-Ife is Ooni Okunade Adele
Sijuwade (now late) and is the ruler of the
dynasty of Ife, which has been in existent for
many years. This powerful ruler is known to play
a strong role in determining who becomes the
governor of Osun state.
Dein of Agbor
The ruling King is called Benjamin Ikenchukwu
Keagborekuzi and he ascented the throne when
he was just four months after the death of his
father thus he became the youngest monarch to
ascend a royal throne. He is known as the Officer
in the order of the crown.
Oba of Benin
The Oba of Benin is also referred to as the Omo
N’Oba. The current Oba of Benin is Omo N’Oba
N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo Erediauwa (now late) and
he is the ruler of the Edo people. His power
stretches to politicians too and he is often called
upon by politicians to intervene in important
political issues.
Oba of Lagos
This is the traditional ruler and ceremonial head
of one of the largest cities in Africa. The current
Oba of Lagos is his Royal Highness Oba Rilwan
Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu and is also
referred to as the Eleko of Eko.
Olu of Warri
The Kingdom of Warri is currently under the rule
of Godwin Toju Emiko. He is a lawyer by
profession and has held several important
positions in Warri. He is the head of the Itsekiri
people.
Obi of Onitsha
Currently sitting on the throne is Igwe Nnayelugo
Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe and he is the traditional
ruler and Obi of Onitsha people. He is often widely
consulted and has made tremendous
contributions to the development of his people.
Olubadan of Ibadan
This title is prominent and highly influential and
is currently held by Oba Samuel Odulana
Odugade. He has a strong hold in Ibadan land and
calls political leaders to order on issues such as
corruption and violence.Nigeria, traditional rulers have from time
immemorial been the closest to the people.
They have a stronghold in their various locations
and bring about peace and orderliness among the
people.
Here are the top 10 most powerful Kings in
Nigeria
The Emir of Kano
His Royal Highness Mallam Muhammad Sanusi II
is currently the Emir of Kano. He heads the entire
Kano Emirate and is loved passionately by his
people.
He became the successor of Alhaji Dr. Ado Bayero
who ruled for 51 years.
Before becoming the Emir, Mallam Sanusi was a
renowned banker and former Governor of the
Central Bank of Nigeria.
Alaafin of Oyo
Among the most powerful and influential
monarchial titles attainable in Nigeria is the
position of the Alaafin of Oyo. The ruling Alaafin
of Oyo is Lamidi Olayiwola III, who is the
successor of AlaafinGbadegesi Ladigbolu II. This
position is very powerful and the title owner until
recently was also the Chairman of the Council of
Obas and the Chiefs in Oyo State. This was
however changed by the former Governor of Oyo
State, Adebayo Alao-Akala, and a rotational
arrangement was adopted.
Sultan of Sokoto
As far back as the era of the British, the position
of the Sultan has been held in high esteem. The
Sultan is also known to be the spiritual leader to
the Muslims in Nigeria. The current Sultan is
Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar IV; he was the
successor of his late brother Muhammadu
Maccido who lost his life in the ADC Airline flight
53 flight.
Ooni of Ile-Ife
The current Ooni of Ile-Ife is Ooni Okunade Adele
Sijuwade (now late) and is the ruler of the
dynasty of Ife, which has been in existent for
many years. This powerful ruler is known to play
a strong role in determining who becomes the
governor of Osun state.
Dein of Agbor
The ruling King is called Benjamin Ikenchukwu
Keagborekuzi and he ascented the throne when
he was just four months after the death of his
father thus he became the youngest monarch to
ascend a royal throne. He is known as the Officer
in the order of the crown.
Oba of Benin
The Oba of Benin is also referred to as the Omo
N’Oba. The current Oba of Benin is Omo N’Oba
N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo Erediauwa (now late) and
he is the ruler of the Edo people. His power
stretches to politicians too and he is often called
upon by politicians to intervene in important
political issues.
Oba of Lagos
This is the traditional ruler and ceremonial head
of one of the largest cities in Africa. The current
Oba of Lagos is his Royal Highness Oba Rilwan
Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu and is also
referred to as the Eleko of Eko.
Olu of Warri
The Kingdom of Warri is currently under the rule
of Godwin Toju Emiko. He is a lawyer by
profession and has held several important
positions in Warri. He is the head of the Itsekiri
people.
Obi of Onitsha
Currently sitting on the throne is Igwe Nnayelugo
Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe and he is the traditional
ruler and Obi of Onitsha people. He is often widely
consulted and has made tremendous
contributions to the development of his people.
Olubadan of Ibadan
This title is prominent and highly influential and
is currently held by Oba Samuel Odulana
Odugade. He has a strong hold in Ibadan land and
calls political leaders to order on issues such as
corruption and violence.
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