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'''Owo''' is a city in ] State of ]. Between 1400 and 1600&nbsp;AD, it was the capital of a ] ]. The local government has a population of 222,262, based on 2006 population census.
'''Owo''' is a ] in ], ].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Fig. 1a. Map of Nigeria showing Ondo State in relation Owo LGA Source:... |url=https://www.researchgate.net/figure/a-Map-of-Nigeria-showing-Ondo-State-in-relation-Owo-LGA-Source-Ministry-of-Housing-and_fig1_323310276 |access-date=2021-09-11 |website=ResearchGate |language=en |archive-date=2021-09-11 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210911184204/https://www.researchgate.net/figure/a-Map-of-Nigeria-showing-Ondo-State-in-relation-Owo-LGA-Source-Ministry-of-Housing-and_fig1_323310276 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Owo {{!}} Igbo-Yoruba, Ondo State, Benin-Nigeria {{!}} Britannica |url=https://www.britannica.com/place/Owo |access-date=2023-12-30 |website=www.britannica.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Ondo State Profile – Ondo State Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget |url=https://www.mepbondostate.org/meet-us/ondo-state-profile/ |access-date=2024-12-31 |language=en-US}}</ref> Between 1400 and 1600 ], it was the capital of a ] ].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-04-24 |title=Tinubu mourns death of Olowo of Owo |url=https://www.vanguardngr.com/2019/04/tinubu-mourns-death-of-olowo-of-owo/ |access-date=2021-09-11 |website=Vanguard News |language=en-US |archive-date=2021-09-11 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210911184510/https://www.vanguardngr.com/2019/04/tinubu-mourns-death-of-olowo-of-owo/ |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=AFRICA {{!}} 101 Last Tribes – Owo people |url=http://www.101lasttribes.com/tribes/owo.html |access-date=2023-12-30 |website=www.101lasttribes.com}}</ref> The ] area has a population of 222,262 based on 2006 population ].<ref>{{cite web |last1=Brinkhoff |first1=Thomas |title=OWO Local Government Area in Nigeria |url=https://citypopulation.de/php/nigeria-admin.php?adm2id=NGA029018 |website=City Population |access-date=8 June 2022 |archive-date=9 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220309155751/https://www.citypopulation.de/php/nigeria-admin.php?adm2id=NGA029018 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Owo {{!}} Igbo-Yoruba, Ondo State, Benin-Nigeria {{!}} Britannica |url=https://www.britannica.com/place/Owo |access-date=2024-12-31 |website=www.britannica.com |language=en}}</ref>


==History== ==History==
{{Yoruba people}} {{Yoruba people}}
In their oral tradition, Owo traces its origins back to the ancient city of ], the cradle of Yoruba culture.<ref name="metmuseum.org">{{cite web|title=Origins and Empire: The Benin, Owo, and Ijebu Kingdoms|url=http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/beni_2/hd_beni_2.htm|publisher=metmuseum.org|accessdate=13 December 2013}}</ref> Oral tradition also claims that the founders were the sons of the Yoruba deity ], who was the first ruler of Ile-Ife. The early art-historical and archaeological records reinforce these strong affiliations with Ife culture.<ref name="metmuseum.org"/> Owo was able to maintain virtual independence from the neighboring kingdom of ], but was on occasion required to give tribute.<ref>Smith (1988), ''Kingdoms of the Yoruba'', p. 52.</ref> The transmission of courtly culture flowed in both directions between the Benin and the Owo kingdoms. The skill of Owo's ivory carvers was also appreciated at the court of Benin. During the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, Benin's rulers increasingly utilized insignia made from ivory, and imported Owo's art objects and recruited its artisans for their own royal workshops.<ref>{{cite web|title=Exchange of Art and Ideas: The Benin, Owo, and Ijebu Kingdoms|url=http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/beni_1/hd_beni_1.htm|publisher=metmuseum.org|accessdate=13 December 2013}}</ref> In their ], Owo traces its origins back to the ancient city of ], the cradle of ].<ref name="metmuseum.org">{{cite web |title=Origins and Empire: The Benin, Owo, and Ijebu Kingdoms |url=http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/beni_2/hd_beni_2.htm |publisher=metmuseum.org |access-date=13 December 2013 |archive-date=12 November 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131112154748/http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/beni_2/hd_beni_2.htm |url-status=live }}</ref> Oral tradition also claims that the founders were the sons of the Yoruba deity ], who was the first ruler of Ile-Ife. The early ] and archaeological records reinforce these strong affiliations with Ife culture.<ref name="metmuseum.org"/> Owo was able to maintain virtual independence from the neighboring kingdom of ], but was on occasion required to give tribute.<ref>Smith (1988), ''Kingdoms of the Yoruba'', p. 52.</ref> The transmission of courtly culture flowed in both directions between the ] and the Owo kingdoms. The skill of Owo's ivory carvers was also appreciated at the court of ]. During the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, Benin's rulers increasingly utilized insignia made from ], and imported Owo's art objects and recruited its ]s for their own royal workshops.<ref>{{cite web |title=Exchange of Art and Ideas: The Benin, Owo, and Ijebu Kingdoms |url=http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/beni_1/hd_beni_1.htm |publisher=metmuseum.org |access-date=13 December 2013 |archive-date=12 November 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131112153938/http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/beni_1/hd_beni_1.htm |url-status=live }}</ref>
Several other notable artworks also provide evident support.<ref>{{Cite journal|url=http://www.jstor.org/stable/2798654|title=On the Identification of Individual Carvers: A Study of Ancestor Shrine Carvings from Owo, Nigeria|first1=Frank|last1=Willett|first2=John|last2=Picton|year=1967|journal=Man|volume=2|issue=1|pages=62–70|doi=10.2307/2798654|jstor=2798654 |access-date=2011-07-20|archive-date=2016-03-07|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160307025951/http://www.jstor.org/stable/2798654|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Owo {{!}} Igbo-Yoruba, Ondo State, Benin-Nigeria {{!}} Britannica |url=https://www.britannica.com/place/Owo |access-date=2024-12-31 |website=www.britannica.com |language=en}}</ref>
There were other notable artworks that can be evidently supported.<ref>Roll of Owo carvershttp://www.jstor.org/stable/2798654</ref>


Owo came under ] rule in 1893. After Nigeria declared independence in 1960, it was part of the ] until 1967 when it became part of the ]. Owo and its indigenes played significant roles in the politics of the first Republic in Nigeria. In 1976, it became part of the newly created Ondo State. Owo came under ] rule in 1893. After Nigeria declared ] in 1960, it was part of the ] until 1967 when it became part of the ]. Owo and its indigenes played significant roles in the politics of the first ] in Nigeria. In 1976, it became part of the newly created ].<ref name=":1" /><ref>{{Cite web |title=Owo {{!}} Igbo-Yoruba, Ondo State, Benin-Nigeria {{!}} Britannica |url=https://www.britannica.com/place/Owo |access-date=2024-12-31 |website=www.britannica.com |language=en}}</ref>

In June 2022, at least 50 worshippers ] in a ] at St. Francis ].<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.cnn.com/2022/06/05/africa/mass-shooting-nigeria-church-intl/index.html|title=Mass shooting at Nigeria church kills dozens, says local lawmaker|first1=Nimi|last1=Princewill|first2=Amy|last2=Cassidy|date=2022-06-06|website=]|access-date=2022-06-06|archive-date=2022-06-06|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220606021619/https://www.cnn.com/2022/06/05/africa/mass-shooting-nigeria-church-intl/index.html|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/gunmen-kill-worshippers-during-church-service-nigeria-media-2022-06-05/|title=At least 50 killed in massacre at Catholic church in southwest Nigeria|date=2022-06-06|website=]|access-date=2022-06-07|archive-date=2022-06-05|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220605155954/https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/gunmen-kill-worshippers-during-church-service-nigeria-media-2022-06-05/|url-status=live}}</ref>


==Culture== ==Culture==
Owo has the largest palace (Aghofen) in Africa which was declared a national monument by the federal government. The Olowo Palace had as many as 100 courtyards (Ugha). Each courtyard had a specific function and was dedicated to a particular deity. The largest, said to have been twice the size of an American football field, was used for public assemblies and festivals. Some courtyards were paved with quartz pebbles or broken pottery. Pillars supporting the veranda roofs were carved with statues of the king mounted on a horse or shown with his senior wife. The present Olowo is Oba ]. Owo has the largest palace (]) in ] which was declared as a national ] by the federal government, and is also a cultural landmark in Nigeria<ref name="Tribune Online 2018 c528">{{cite web | title=Inside Africa's largest palace | website=Tribune Online | date=2018-03-27 | url=https://tribuneonlineng.com/inside-africas-largest-palace/ | access-date=2023-12-31}}</ref> Built by ] in the 14th century, the palace had as many as 100 courtyards (Ugha). Each courtyard had a specific function and was dedicated to a particular deity. The largest, said to have been twice the size of an American football field, was used for public assemblies and festivals. Some courtyards were paved with quartz pebbles or broken pottery. Pillars supporting the veranda roofs were carved with statues of the king mounted on a horse or shown with his senior wife. The current Olowo is ].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Dada |first=Peter |date=2019-07-12 |title=Ajibade emerges new Olowo of Owo |url=https://punchng.com/just-in-ajibade-emerges-new-olowo-of-owo/ |access-date=2023-12-30 |website=Punch Newspapers |language=en-US}}</ref>


==Economy== ==Economy==
The present-day city is an agricultural center involved in the growing and trade of ], ], ], ], ], ], and ]. Owo is an agricultural center involved in the growing and trade of ], ], ], ], ], ], and ]. There are, however, other commercial activities in the town including but not limited to ], ] and ] processing plants as well as blockmaking businesses.<ref name=":1" />

There are, however, other meaningful commercial activities in the town, including but not limited to: ] and ], ] processing plants and blockmaking industries.
The town is dotted with branches of some of the foremost banks like, First Bank Plc, Wema Bank Plc, Skye Bank Plc, Enterprise Bank Ltd. (formerly Omega Bank Plc), etc. The city is now witnessing a dramatic change due to expansion of its road network, particularly dualization of the main road beginning from Emure junction up to Iyere exit. A new ultra-modern market is now open in Owo. The town is dotted with branches of banks including ] Plc, ] Plc, ] Plc, ] Ltd. (formerly Omega Bank Plc), ] etc. The city is witnessing a dramatic change due to expansion of its road network, particularly dualization of the main road beginning from the Emure junction up to Iyere exit. A new modern market is now open in Owo.<ref name=":1" />


==Geography== ==Geography==
Owo is situated in south-western Nigeria, at the southern edge of the Yoruba Hills, and at the intersection of roads from ], ], ], and Siluko. Owo is situated halfway between the towns of ] and ]. Owo is situated in southwestern Nigeria, at the southern edge of the Yoruba Hills, and at the intersection of roads from ], ], ], and Siluko.<ref name=":0" /> Owo is situated around the halfway point between the towns of ] and ].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Expedition Magazine {{!}} New Treasures From Nigeria |url=https://www.penn.museum/sites/expedition/new-treasures-from-nigeria/ |access-date=2023-12-30 |website=Expedition Magazine |language=en}}</ref>


==Archaeology== ==Archaeology==
The Owo site was first excavated in 1969–1971 by Ekpo Eyo under the auspices of the Department of Antiquities of the Government of Nigeria. Due to Owo's location between the two famous art centers of Ife and Benin, the site reflects both artistic traditions. Important discoveries include ] ] dating from the 15th century. The ], founded in 1968, houses many of these artifacts. The Owo site was first excavated in 1969–1971 by ] under the ] of the ] of the Government of Nigeria. Due to Owo's location between the two famous art centers of Ife and Benin, the site reflects both artistic traditions. Important discoveries include ] ] dating from the 15th century. The ], founded in 1968, houses many of these artifacts.<ref name=":1" />

== Climate in Owo ==
In Owo, the dry season is hot, ], and partly cloudy whereas the wet season is warm, oppressive, and overcast. The average annual temperature fluctuates between 65 &nbsp;°F (18.3&nbsp;°C) and 89&nbsp;°F (31.6&nbsp;°C), rarely falling below 59&nbsp;°F (15&nbsp;°C) or rising above 94&nbsp;°F (34.4&nbsp;°C).

For hot-weather activities, favoring clear days with temperatures between 75&nbsp;°F (24&nbsp;°C) and 90&nbsp;°F (32.2&nbsp;°C), the "best" time to visit Owo is from somewhere around early November to mid-February.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Owo Climate, Weather By Month, Average Temperature (Nigeria) – Weather Spark |url=https://weatherspark.com/y/51416/Average-Weather-in-Owo-Nigeria-Year-Round |access-date=2023-08-28 |website=weatherspark.com |language=en}}</ref>


==Traditional rulers== ==Traditional rulers==
* Sir ] (1941–1968 and 1993–1998). Dethroned in 1968 and reinstated in 1993.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2016-04-29 |title=The life, times of Oba Olateru OlagbegiIi |url=https://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/04/lifetimes-oba-olateru-olagbegiii/ |access-date=2022-04-08 |website=Vanguard News |language=en-US |archive-date=2022-04-08 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220408120542/https://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/04/lifetimes-oba-olateru-olagbegiii/ |url-status=live }}</ref>
* Sir ] (1941–1968 and 1993–1998). He was dethroned in 1968 and reinstated in 1993.
* ] (February 1968 – November 1992)<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-09-29 |title=The Olagbegi/Ogunoye Tango and Its Misreading In History, By Femi Kehinde – Premium Times Opinion |url=https://opinion.premiumtimesng.com/2019/09/29/the-olagbegi-ogunoye-tango-and-its-misreading-in-history-by-femi-kehinde/ |access-date=2022-04-08 |language=en-US |archive-date=2021-08-31 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210831012501/https://opinion.premiumtimesng.com/2019/09/29/the-olagbegi-ogunoye-tango-and-its-misreading-in-history-by-femi-kehinde/ |url-status=live }}</ref>
* ] (February 1968 – November 1992)
* ] (1999 – April 2019)<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-04-17 |title=BREAKING: Folagbade Olateru-Olagbegi, The 'Olowo Of Owo, Is Dead |url=https://saharareporters.com/2019/04/17/breaking-folagbade-olateru-olagbegi-%E2%80%98olowo-owo-dead |access-date=2022-04-08 |website=Sahara Reporters |archive-date=2021-05-05 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210505191031/http://saharareporters.com/2019/04/17/breaking-folagbade-olateru-olagbegi-%E2%80%98olowo-owo-dead |url-status=live }}</ref>
* ] (1999–present)
* ] (since 12 July 2019)<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://pmparrotng.com/2019/07/13/olowo-of-owo-how-ajibade-gbadegesin-ogunoye-emerged/ |title=Olowo: How Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye Emerged |work=PM Parrot |date=13 July 2019 |access-date=18 April 2020 |archive-date=6 August 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200806005631/https://pmparrotng.com/2019/07/13/olowo-of-owo-how-ajibade-gbadegesin-ogunoye-emerged/ |url-status=live }}</ref>

== Higher institution in Owo ==
* ]<ref>{{Cite web |title=About The University – Achievers University |url=https://achievers.edu.ng/about-3/ |access-date=2024-12-01 |language=en-US}}</ref>
* ]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Home |url=https://rugipo.edu.ng/ |access-date=2024-12-01 |website=Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo |language=en-US}}</ref>

=== Public secondary high school ===

* Imade College Owo.
* Owo High School.
* Methodist High School, Owo.
* St. John Unity Secondary School, Owo.

==Gallery==
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File:OLOWO OF OWO.jpg|Olowo of Owo in ceremonial attires during the Igogo festival.
File:Divination tapper (iroke ifa), Yoruba, Owo,Ondo state, Nigeria, probably 18th century, ivory - Brooklyn Museum - Brooklyn, NY - DSC08504.JPG|Owo ivory artefact
Welcome to Owo signpost, Ondo state.jpg|Welcome to Owo signpost
Urban Water Kiosk, Oke Mapo, Owo.jpg|Urban Water Kiosk, Oke Mapo, Owo
Statue, Owo, Ondo State2.jpg|Roundabout Statue, Owo
St. John Unity Secondary school, Owo, Ondo state3.jpg|St. John Unity Secondary school, Owo
Sir Olateru Olagbegi Civic Centre, Owo, Ondo State.jpg|Sir Olateru Olagbegi Civic Centre, Owo
</gallery>


==Medical Center in Owo==
==See also==
Among the medical centers and hospitals present in Owo Ondo state are:
* ] * ]
* Federal medical center Auditorium.
* St Louis Catholic Hospital, Owo.
* Joladet Hospital owo.
* BHC uso.
* Blue print Specialist clinic.
* Federal medical center Anex ].


==References== ==References==
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Local government area in Ondo State, Nigeria For other uses, see Owo (disambiguation).

LGA in Ondo State, Nigeria
Owo Ọ̀ghọ̀Ọ̀ghọ̀ Ìmàdẹ̀
LGA
A "Welcome to Owo" signpostA "Welcome to Owo" signpost
Owo is located in NigeriaOwoOwo
Coordinates: 07°11′46″N 05°35′11″E / 7.19611°N 5.58639°E / 7.19611; 5.58639
CountryNigeria
StateOndo State
Government
 • Olowo of OwoAjibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye III
Area
 • Total383.7 sq mi (993.7 km)
Elevation1,130 ft (344 m)
Population
 • Total222,262
Time zoneUTC+1 (WAT)
National LanguageYorùbá
Ethnic group
Òwò
Total population
~425,700 (2011)
Regions with significant populations
Ondo State – 425,700
 · Owo Local Government: 258,230
 · Ose Local Government: 167,470
Religion
Christianity · Yoruba religion · Islam
Short story of Owo in Owo dialect by a native speaker

Owo is a local government area in Ondo state, Nigeria. Between 1400 and 1600 CE, it was the capital of a Yoruba city-state. The local government area has a population of 222,262 based on 2006 population census.

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Notable personalities

In their oral tradition, Owo traces its origins back to the ancient city of Ile-Ife, the cradle of Yoruba culture. Oral tradition also claims that the founders were the sons of the Yoruba deity Odudua, who was the first ruler of Ile-Ife. The early art-historical and archaeological records reinforce these strong affiliations with Ife culture. Owo was able to maintain virtual independence from the neighboring kingdom of Benin, but was on occasion required to give tribute. The transmission of courtly culture flowed in both directions between the Benin and the Owo kingdoms. The skill of Owo's ivory carvers was also appreciated at the court of Benin. During the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, Benin's rulers increasingly utilized insignia made from ivory, and imported Owo's art objects and recruited its artisans for their own royal workshops. Several other notable artworks also provide evident support.

Owo came under British rule in 1893. After Nigeria declared independence in 1960, it was part of the Western Region until 1967 when it became part of the Western State. Owo and its indigenes played significant roles in the politics of the first Republic in Nigeria. In 1976, it became part of the newly created Ondo State.

In June 2022, at least 50 worshippers were killed in a massacre at St. Francis Catholic Church.

Culture

Owo has the largest palace (Aghofen) in Africa which was declared as a national monument by the federal government, and is also a cultural landmark in Nigeria Built by Olowo Rerengejen in the 14th century, the palace had as many as 100 courtyards (Ugha). Each courtyard had a specific function and was dedicated to a particular deity. The largest, said to have been twice the size of an American football field, was used for public assemblies and festivals. Some courtyards were paved with quartz pebbles or broken pottery. Pillars supporting the veranda roofs were carved with statues of the king mounted on a horse or shown with his senior wife. The current Olowo is Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye III.

Economy

Owo is an agricultural center involved in the growing and trade of yams, cassava, maize, okra, peppers, cocoa, and cotton. There are, however, other commercial activities in the town including but not limited to timber, sawmilling and soya bean processing plants as well as blockmaking businesses.

The town is dotted with branches of banks including First Bank Plc, Wema Bank Plc, Polaris Bank Plc, Enterprise Bank Ltd. (formerly Omega Bank Plc), Access Bank Plc etc. The city is witnessing a dramatic change due to expansion of its road network, particularly dualization of the main road beginning from the Emure junction up to Iyere exit. A new modern market is now open in Owo.

Geography

Owo is situated in southwestern Nigeria, at the southern edge of the Yoruba Hills, and at the intersection of roads from Akure, Kabba, Benin City, and Siluko. Owo is situated around the halfway point between the towns of Ile Ife and Benin City.

Archaeology

The Owo site was first excavated in 1969–1971 by Ekpo Eyo under the auspices of the Department of Antiquities of the Government of Nigeria. Due to Owo's location between the two famous art centers of Ife and Benin, the site reflects both artistic traditions. Important discoveries include terracotta sculptures dating from the 15th century. The Owo Museum, founded in 1968, houses many of these artifacts.

Climate in Owo

In Owo, the dry season is hot, muggy, and partly cloudy whereas the wet season is warm, oppressive, and overcast. The average annual temperature fluctuates between 65  °F (18.3 °C) and 89 °F (31.6 °C), rarely falling below 59 °F (15 °C) or rising above 94 °F (34.4 °C).

For hot-weather activities, favoring clear days with temperatures between 75 °F (24 °C) and 90 °F (32.2 °C), the "best" time to visit Owo is from somewhere around early November to mid-February.

Traditional rulers

Higher institution in Owo

Public secondary high school

  • Imade College Owo.
  • Owo High School.
  • Methodist High School, Owo.
  • St. John Unity Secondary School, Owo.

Gallery

St. John Unity Secondary school, Owo,
  • Olowo of Owo in ceremonial attires during the Igogo festival. Olowo of Owo in ceremonial attires during the Igogo festival.
  • Owo ivory artefact Owo ivory artefact
  • Welcome to Owo signpost Welcome to Owo signpost
  • Urban Water Kiosk, Oke Mapo, Owo Urban Water Kiosk, Oke Mapo, Owo
  • Roundabout Statue, Owo Roundabout Statue, Owo
  • St. John Unity Secondary school, Owo St. John Unity Secondary school, Owo
  • Sir Olateru Olagbegi Civic Centre, Owo Sir Olateru Olagbegi Civic Centre, Owo

Medical Center in Owo

Among the medical centers and hospitals present in Owo Ondo state are:

  • Federal Medical Centre
  • Federal medical center Auditorium.
  • St Louis Catholic Hospital, Owo.
  • Joladet Hospital owo.
  • BHC uso.
  • Blue print Specialist clinic.
  • Federal medical center Anex Ijebu Owo.

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