Ikale Monarch, Cultural Chiefs & Oriki Custodians Registry
Meet the esteemed leaders and custodians of Ikale heritage across our towns and communities worldwide.
The Heart of Ikale Land
Okitipupa and Irele LGAs form the core of the Ikale ethnic region, located in the southern coastal rainforest zone of Ondo State, between the inland forest belt and the Atlantic coastal communities. The area is known for farming, palm oil production, cocoa cultivation, and strong traditional governance systems.
Ikale land is rich in traditional festivals and masquerade culture, with ruling monarchs and governance systems that vary from town to town. Across communities such as Okitipupa, Irele, Ode-Irele, Igbotako, and others, traditional life is centered on Oba-led monarchies. Each town is ruled by an Oba (king) supported by chiefs and kingmakers who serve as custodians of culture, land, and festivals.
These sacred institutions preserve the wisdom of our ancestors and guide our communities toward a prosperous future while honoring the traditions that define us.
HRM David Emoruwa Negwo
Lubokun II of Osooro
Igbotako (Osooro Kingdom)
Oba G. B. Faduyile
27th Abodi of Ikale Land (Paramount Chief)
Ikoya
The Jegun of Idepe
The Jegun of Idepe Okitipupa Kingdom
Okitipupa
Oba Sam Odimayo
The Olofun of Ode Irele Kingdom
Irele (Ode-Irele)
HRM Oba Williams Akinmusayo Akinlade
The Halu of Aye Kingdom
Ode-Aye
HRM Oba Thomas Adesayo
The Ahaba Of Ajagba
Ajagba
Imperial Majesty, Oba Shadrack Gbadebo Bajowa
The Rebuja of Osooro
Igbotako (Osooro)
Oba Earnest Adeoye Idepefo
Oba of Moribodo Kingdom
Ilutitun
Oba Oladele Fredrick Akinmoye
The Orungberunwa of Erinje Kingdom
Erinje
Oba Akinyom Olasehinde Ojagbemi II
Laragunsin Of Iyansan Kingdom
Iyansan
HRM Oba Babatunde Ayeyowa
The Lumure of Ayeka Kingdom
Ayeka
HRM Oba Michael Elumaro Akinfolarin
The Larogbo of Akotogbo Kingdom
Akotogbo
Oba Olusegun Adetarami Adetuwo
The Olu of Igodan Kingdom
Igodan
HRM Oba Olorunsola Akinyelure
The Odogbo of Omi Kingdom
Ode-Omi
Oba Festus Olumoyegun
The Oniju of Iju Odo
Iju Odo
Oba Matthew Akinfolarin
The Olurowa of Irowa
Irowa
👑 Celebrating Ikale Leadership
These distinguished leaders carry the responsibility of preserving Ikale culture, tradition, and wisdom. Their guidance shapes the future of our community.