Ife Town, Ife
Oyo, Nigeria
About
The Ooni is the traditional ruler of the lle ife town. His palace, considering her rich relics, has been designated by the State as ahistorical monument. Some key tourist location in this ancient town are: The Ife Musuem. and its establishment is traced to Ooni Adesoji Aderemi. Now under the management of National Monuments, the lfe musuern is appreciated for its numerous archaelogical artifacts. Opa Oranmiyan. In lfe, one object of attraction is Opa Oranmiyan (Oranmiyan's Staff). Oranmiyan, the 3rd Ooni of lfe is said to have owned the staff which is 5 metres high and about 11/2 metres at its base. Made of stone, the staff has spikes and nails piercing menacingly from it. It is believed that the staff was used by Oranmiyan as a weapon against enemies.
