According to Yoruba myth, Oduduwa, the father of the Yoruba race
‘landed’ in Ife. The ancient town is the home of the Ooni of Ife who is
considered the most powerful monarch in Yoruba land.
Ile Ife is an embodiment of history and culture. The town has
maintained and kept standing some buildings and structures that reflect
the historical and cultural significance that it is known for.
A visit to the town by us
revealed a sense of the town’s obstinate desire to hold on to culture
and tradition and it is almost as if the town has not moved on with the
trend of other towns.
photojournalist, Emmanuel Osodi provides pictures of beautiful and
ancient structures from Ile Ife that reflect the historical significance
of the town.
Photos Of Ancient Structures In Ile Ife
Ile Ife is an ancient town in Osun state and is considered the cradle of Yoruba civilisation.
An ancient building in Ile Ife / Photo Emmanuel Osodi
Another colorful ancient building inside Oni Of Ife palace / Photo: Emmanuel Osodi
Another colorful ancient building inside Oni Of Ife’s palace / Photo: Emmanuel Osodi
An old structure with a triangular shape in the city of Ile-Ife / Photo: Emmanuel Osodi
An ancient mosque building in Ile-Ife / Photo: Emmanuel Osodi
The buildings are reminiscent of colonial buildings / Photo Emmanuel Osodi
The buildings are reminiscent of colonial buildings / Photo Emmanuel Osodi
Some of the buildings have different shapes / Photo: Emmanuel Osodi
Oduduwa statue at the centre of Ile-Ife, the part way to the Oni of Ife palace /
The structures are inhabited by the young and old indigenes of Ife, Osun state / Photo Emmanuel Osodi
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