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The History of the Awori Clan – First Settlers in Lagos

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12 months ago

October 4, 2025

The Awori are a sub-group of the Yoruba people, speaking their own distinct dialect of the Yoruba language. They are widely regarded as the earliest settlers of Lagos and its surrounding areas.

According to oral history, the Awori trace their origin to Olofin Ogunfunminire, a prince and descendant of Oduduwa, the progenitor of the Yoruba race. When Olofin and his followers left Ile-Ife, Oduduwa gave him a mud plate (awo), instructing him to place it on the river and follow it until it sank. This mystical plate was to guide them to their destined settlement.

The journey southward unfolded in stages:

The plate first stopped near Olokemeji, close to present-day Abeokuta, for 17 days.

It then moved to Oke-Ata, where it stayed another 17 days.

At the southern outskirts of Abeokuta, the plate rested again for 17 days. Here, some of Olofin’s followers, led by Osho Aro-bi-ologbo-egan, chose to remain permanently.

The plate continued downriver and eventually halted at Isheri, where it stayed for a much longer period—289 days. Olofin instructed his people to begin building a permanent settlement there. However, when the plate resumed its journey, Olofin followed with a smaller group, leaving others behind at Isheri.

After two days, the plate stopped briefly at Iddo (Lagos Island) and finally sank at Idumota, in the heart of present-day Lagos. When Olofin returned to his people, they asked where the plate was. He replied: “Awo ti ri” (“the plate has sunk”), which is believed to be the origin of the name Awori.

In keeping with Yoruba custom, Olofin and his descendants carried their crown from Ile-Ife. One of his sons, Osolo, settled in the Osi quarters, while others moved further south. The Awori eventually spread across Lagos, Ogun, and parts of Osun.

The first crowned king of the Awori in Ota, Ogun State, was Oba Akinsewa Ogbolu, son of Osolo, who ascended the throne as the Olota of Ota in 1621.

Thus, the Awori established themselves as one of the most influential Yoruba sub-groups, laying the foundation for Lagos as we know it today.

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Nollywood Actress, Jumoke Odetola Turns Minister Of God

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1 day ago

September 27, 2026

Oluwagbenga Olaoye

Nollywood actress, Jumoke Odetola, has announced that she has dumped acting for ministerial work.

It was reports that Jumoke made the announcement while addressing fans’ concerns about her disappearance from the screen.

In a post via her Instagram page on Saturday, the movie star said she is now a minister of God.

While asking the public for prayers, Jumoke Odetola said God had compelled her to work for Him.

She said, “I’m now a minister of God. I am entering a new season with God. I need all the prayers in this season.

“When God compels you, you may delay, but you cannot escape the call.”

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ARE SOME PARENTS CHOOSING MONEY OVER THEIR OWN CHILDREN?

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2 days ago

September 26, 2026

Oluwagbenga Olaoye

Some parents spend years chasing money, building businesses and accumulating wealth—all in the name of “giving their children a better life.”

But here is the uncomfortable question:

What if your child has everything money can buy, but doesn’t have YOU?

A child needs more than school fees, expensive clothes, gadgets and a comfortable home.

They need your time.
They need your attention.
They need your affection.
They need to know that they are loved, heard and valued.

💰 Money can be earned again.

❤️ But once a child’s trust is broken, rebuilding it may not be easy.

🕰️ And once childhood is gone, you can never buy it back.

Don’t become so busy providing for your children that you forget to actually be present in their lives.

Because one day, your child may remember the money you provided—but they may remember even more clearly the moments you were never there.

🔥 QUESTION:

Do you believe some parents are sacrificing too much family time in the pursuit of money?

Tell us what you think in the comments.

#Newsbreak365 #Parenting #Children #Family #Parenthood #LifeLessons #FamilyValues #Money #Childhood #Relationships

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A WORD OF WARNING: NEVER LET YOUR SUCCESS MAKE YOU LOOK DOWN ON PEOPLE.

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2 days ago

September 26, 2026

Oluwagbenga Olaoye

Since you are not feeding anyone, you should never see anyone as being beneath you.

Having money does not make you more human.
Having a degree does not make you more valuable.
Having a big position does not give you the right to disrespect people.

Today, you may be comfortable while someone else is struggling. But life can change unexpectedly. Never use your current advantage to humiliate someone who has less than you.

True greatness is not measured by what you have in your bank account, the car you drive, or the position you occupy.

Your real character is revealed by how you treat people who cannot give you anything in return.

Be humble. Be respectful. Treat people with dignity.

You are not better than anyone simply because you have more than they do.

💬 Do you agree? What do you think makes a person truly great?

#NewsBreak365 #LifeLessons #Respect #Humility #Character #Wisdom #Motivation #Humanity #Inspiration

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