THE HISTORY OF ABORIGINE OGBONI FRATERNITY

The History of Aborigine Ogboni, could be traced to that era of primordial civilization of 'MAN'
sometimes around 4500BC in Ife-Oodaye. That period of antiquity and a geological era, very
long ever before the arrival of the legendary Oduduwa himself to lle-ife around 4th - 5th
centuries A.D(Oduduwa was their acclaimed father of Yorubas). In the beginning, there was ife-
Oodaye, as earlier mentioned. The language spoken was 'Ife' and not 'Yoruba' people. Maybe one
might wondered and asked, who then are the yorubas? the answer to this, is a different issue and
perhaps which some past issues of 'Aborigine' has answered among its previous inferences, that
had explained among others, that the calling of all descendants of Oduduwa generally as
YORUBA today, was the making of the Colonial British Authority in their desire to have unique
identities for the colonised Nigerian people during the early part of the century.

While no one could precisely say what motivate 'ogboni' cult or confraternity, to come into being
in Ife-Oodaye, but postulations in Yoruba mythology, shed light on the pre-Oduduwa era in the
IIe-Ife, when 'Obatala' and Oreluere were the ruling chieftains of the Aborigine Ife-speaking
community. 'Awo' ogboni, among so many other 'Awos'(i.e cults) in Ife then, became so
prominent and relevant, more as a pressure group to protest the unceremonious arrival of the
great colonial master in history, (i.e.) Oduduwa, just as certain people of today's Nigeria, first
resisted the coming of the British imperialism, so also, the aboriginal Ife people and their
particularly leader, Obatala; vehemently resisted the unexpected arrival of Oduduwa and his
followers into Ile-ife. But when they could not withstand the might and high political network of
Oduduwa, these ancient Ife people, resorted to cover activities, by making use of their ogboni
group to determine oduduwa's authority. And in most cases, against oduduwa's people
themselves, who were not their members. Most of these terrorist acts take place during the life
time of Queen MOREMI, an Ofa indigene, married to ORANMIYAN, one of the Ife kings at
that time. A paragon of beauty she was. Moremi used this as a leverage to entice their enemy's
leader, so as to decode the antics of these marauders, which was, possibly a faction of the 'omo
Iya' (later referred to ogboni today), who used Igbomokun, one of the riverine settlement areas,
'Ondo state' of today as their base, from where they regularly launched their offensive attacks
against their 'colonial maters' in Ife land. But with the eventual penetration of the setters(i.e
oduduwa and his people), into these aboriginals 'secret cult', who perhaps were using this secret
society as a weapon of resistance, this Egbe Omo Iya, or Ogboni, as popularly know, eventually
became a cult synonymous with oduduwa, hence. 'N'mesi awo Oodua, later became a popular
clinched for the ogboni people. But what Awo Ogboni was, in Ile-Ife in the beginning, was not
what it later looked like, in other parts of yoruba land, as at the time it started to spread. For
examples, in place like Egba, Ijebu, Remo etc., Ogboni was more or less the SENATE and
dispensers of justice in the communities. The power of the ogboni otherwise called OSUGBO,
among the Ijebu people, was so enormous and very deadly. Among so many

The Aborigine Ogboni Fraternity is the Traditional Religion of the Yoruba's and indeed African
Traditional Religion Worldwide. The importance of every good thing in life is faith and believes.
The truth is, if you find a faith with no obstacles, it is most likely to be a faith that doesn't lead to
anywise important.

Tradition is very expensive. Firstly we are Africans and secondly, we are Nigerians. The world is
created on the foundation of tradition. Before Christ, before Mohammed, tradition has being in
place. When God wanted to create the world, he said "come, let create…." Who are "us" God
was referring to? They are the other creators that are not angels but are super beings with lots of
power. The sea constituted about 75% (percent) of the entire World. Right in the deep sea, we
have the Iyemoya and many other spirits.

The rolling ball is what we call the Eridinloguns in the African Traditional Religion. These
Eridinloguns are the things we find out details from. They are the oracles that reveals mysteries.
The way it is pressed in Nigeria here, it is been pressed the same way in Egypt, London, Greece,
Austria, South America and other part of the world. Tradition supersedes every other religion in
the world because it is practiced in holiness.

Aborigine Ogboni Worshipers leads, while others follows. Ogboni members are people who
have seen light by worshiping Onile Ogboduora (God Almighty) in truth and in spirit. Which is
the reason why their prayers are being answered quickly. The Ogboni recognizes the presence of
the elemental forces of creation. The elements are: Earth, Water and Air.

Ogboni uses the EDAN (image) to represent man, the intelligent centre of life, using it to
visualize positively and to invoke the virtues and powers of the primordial ancestors
-communication with the spiritual and elemental world is constant, for man has to be guided in
his battle to discover who he is. The method of communication varies but, the most recognized
one is the IFA (oracle), through oracle of God force, man is spiritually educated as the way he
should live. Aborigine Ogboni is a Religion, just as we have Christianity and Islamic Religion.
Ogboni is a religion that is built on truth equality and fairness.

FACTS ABOUT OGBONI !

Frequently Asked Questions
1. WHAT IS OGBONI FRATERNITY?
Ans: ABORIGINE OGBONI FRATERNITY simply means - The True way of living aright and
serving GOD the creator and glorifying him in his highest through ADAM / EVE
2.IS OGBONI A SECRET CULT?
ANS: NO. Ogboni is the first Ancient association of Elders Council where matters were settle
and policy makers in creation
3. WHO DO YOU WORSHIP?
ANS: GOD. The Ogboni members worship the Almighty GOD, through ADAM/EVE OUR
FIRST PARENTS.
4. ABORIGINE OGBONI HAS BEEN IN EXISTENCE SINCE WHEN?
ANS: No one on earth can say precisely when it came to existance, because it started with the
spread of man on earth.
5.WHERE WAS OGBONI ORIGINATED FROM?
ANS: Ogboni is originated from Otu-ife i.e the garden of EDEN where creation started from by
GOD, ALLAH, and OLODUMARE. And extended across the universe.
6.ARE YOU RECOGNIZED BY THE GOVERNEMENT?
ANS: In Nigeria for example, it is duely registered with the CORPORATE AFFAIRS
COMMISION in the year 1967. REG. NO. 949 and reform Ogboni fraternity is a baby of
Ogboni born in 1914 by our first illustrious sons who embraced the western education and their
religion.Ogboni is in London as well, call Iya gbogbo
7. CAN ONE MEET OBA, PRESIDENT GENERAL AND PARAMOUNT RULER OF
OGBONI EMPIRE WORLDWIDE?
ANS: Yes, the Paramount Ruler and ogboni kingdom believe in open door policy without fear.
8. BENEFIT OF JOINING THE FRATERNITY?
ANS: It makes you know your creator, teaches you how to live aright, shield you from earthly
problems, and to uphold the truth.
9. WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BECOME A MENBER?
ANS: You have to be matured, honest, faithful, loving and GOD fearing with respect to The rule
of law of the land and creation ... etc.
10. WHERE CAN WE FIND OGBONI CONCLAVE?
ANS: OGBONI conclave can be found in everywhere in the world today e.g London, Nigeria,
Ghana, Togo, Benin Republic, United States of America, United Kingdom and the Diaspora
worldwide.
11. THOSE WHO ARE OGBONI MEMBERS WHAT ARE THEY CALLED?
ANS: Go to the book of Ezekiel 23: vs 23 etc. we are known and called first ancient council of
elders with honours, caring, faithful dedicated elders who are GOD fearing.
12.WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN OBA OF OGBONI AND OTHER OBAS?
ANS: OBA OGBONI world wide is one only king that make kings. It is the Ogboni that initiate
an OBA, no OBA initiate Ogboni, without Ogboni through the assistance of IFA ORACLE
Divination an OBA can not be made and installed in yoruba land
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ORISA!

Ogun

Ogun is the God of War, Energy and Metal

Ogun keeps matter in motion
Ogun is the sustainer of life
Ogun lives in the knife, and with it, clears a path for man. Ogun is the force within your computer. Ogun is
technology.
Ogun is the force of gravity, the force of attraction.
Ogun represents the tools that shape man, bringing out a person's potential, enhancing one's life.
Ogun controles life and death. Ogun is our heart beat and the final contraction during birth. Ogun is auto accidents
and gun wounds.
Ogun is the warrior, hunter and farmer.
Ogun is the God of loyalty and life long friendships.
Ogun is the master of secrets, skills, crafts, professions and creations.
Great Wisdom
Purity & Cleanliness
Humility & Calmness
Ethical Standards
Untouchable

Sango is the God of Thunder

Sango is King.
Just as lightning flashes to show indistinguishable landscape, Sango has the ability to show one the truth just as
quickly.
Sango only speaks once and represents trial by fire.
Sango is as big as his scream giving him an ability to move people and things with his words. Sango has the "gift of
gab".
Sango is the God of Male Fertility.
Sango is the master of strategy and tactics.
The spirit of Sango rises to confront and meet great challenges.
Sango is the symbol of courage.
The Truth Can Hurt! Like Fire!
Jakuta!

Obatala
KING OF THE WHITE CLOTH
Obatala is King of the Orisha because of his great AGE
Obatala is the creator and the shaper of human beings
Obatala is the Father of Wisdom
Obatala demands and sanctions high morality
Obatala rules the head
Obatala is the father of insanity
Obatala remains calm in the mist of chaos
Honored Maturity
Obatala is often seen as the Wise Old Man. Again, age and wisdom are simply representative aspects of increased
clarity and judgment. Obatala is seen as the King of the Orisa. Again, this is not a power struggle or ego issue, this is
simply a way of pointing out that Clarity of purpose, destiny and behavior will always take precedence when
confusion or disagreement exists.
That Red Palm oil is never placed on Obatala is another example of this. The Pure clarity must remain clear and
unblemished. That Obatala represents the Head is consistent. It is from our mind that Clarity will come forth.
Each and every tale is simply a way of expressing Oludumare's creation of this essential energy the energy of
Clarity. Without it, we go stumbling forth, often failing to fulfill our destiny. Obatala's creation is essential because
all other energies need this clarity to express them properly. You need this clarity to utilize all other energies in
ways that will be productive and fulfilling to your life.

We know how to worship and appeal to all this gods and others

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An Apetebi is the name given to wife of Orunmila. It is also the name Orunmila gave to the wife
of a Babalawo.

In the Odu Ifa Ogbe Sa, Ifa gives the story of how the Apeeibi became the wife of Orunmila. Ifa
relates that Orunmila went to war in the town of Ilu obirin after all the efforts of the other Orisha
were unsuccessful. Orunmila consulted Ifa, made the proper sacrifice and subsequently was able
to defeat the uprising in Ilu obirin. The town of Iluobirin was inhabited by only women. These
women were tied together with rope and taken back to the town where Orunmila resided. Once
they arrived in town Orunmila’s advisers wanted to kill all of the women. Instead of killing the
women Orunmila decided to make them Apetebi.

The difference between an Apetebi and an Iyanifa (female Ifa priest) is that an Apetebi is not
necessarily initiated to Ifa but is a wife of a Babalawo. Whereas an Iyanifa is not only initiated to
Ifa but is a learned Ifa priest.

After a woman marries a Babalawo, she is required to clean the area and house of Ifa every 5
days. It is necessary to keep the area where Ifa rests clean. She is always to take water to visitors
when they arrive in the home. She must also honor her husband and cannot be rude. She should
be respectful of all her husband;s omo Awo. She must be the keeper of her husband’s secrets and
be careful of her words outside the home.

A Babalawo’s duties to an Apetebi include treating his wife with respect. He cannot beat or use
harsh words towards her but must be cool tempered and patient. If a problem arises between a
Babalawo and his his it must be solved amiably.

When feeding Ifa the Apetibi should bring Esin and use these materials to pray. There are many
songs specific to Apetibi. In the Oketase temple in Ile-Ife, the Apetibi have Aro, which are roles
specific to Apetibi in the Agboniregun and Ifa festivals. When Odu is being carried out Apetibi
have Orin that is sung specifically at that time. During each occasion there are many necessary
assignments and duties the Apetibi must perform. Through these many tasks the wives of
Orunmila receive the blessings of Ifa.

Respect that is given to a Babalawo is also given to his Apetibi. The Apetibi has power. She was
given cowries by Orunmila to divine for his clients in his absence. The Apetibi can divine with
erindilogun. She has access to all of the Orisha houses. However she can never into the house of
Odu or Oro. These places are forbidden to female. The Apetibi will wear Ide Ifa and traditional
cloting. Another babalawo can never sit in the place where an Apetibi has just vacated.

The Apetebi is a valued member of the Ifa community.

Omo ti a fi etebi ki a ma pe ni Apetebi

Lubedo siko aya mi no

Ajagbakira aya mi ni se

Eri mi e dasi yayaya

Edo koyaya

O to ka daesi doko nu ka wa sere gba yi o

Emorora ka o emo ku aribo ode o

Ifa ati Orisa a gba wa o ase

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