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for a sacrifice to Osun, the deity of royal medicine. The Omare replied that he had three dogs, one of which he had given to the Oliha, another to Edohen, and the third he had sacrificed to his own god. These responses upset Olua, who sought advice from his son
Iginuwa on how to handle them. Iginuwa suggested strict punishment, which Olua implemented. However, this action led to Iginuwa becoming disliked by the Binis for his advice, leading them to decide not to accept him as their Oba after Olua's death.
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Olua's reign ended after a period of about seven years, around 1480. His brother, Ozolua, succeeded him, ascending the throne after a three-year interregnum during which a republican form of governance was in place. Ozolua, an Oba known for his military campaigns, conquered several lands and peoples,
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Olua faced opposition from some of his officials and subjects. In one instance, he requested wine from the royal wine-maker, who responded that there was none and suggested that Olua should produce it himself. In another situation, he asked the Omare, the caretaker of the royal dogs, to provide a dog
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Olua was not Ewuare's firstborn, but was chosen by his father as the successor (Edaiken). According to Benin tradition, the
Edaiken was expected to live outside the capital among the hereditary chiefs, but Olua chose not to do so out of fear of his elder brother Okpame. His elder sister, Edeleyo, was
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According to some traditions, the
Iginuwa migration encountered beings referred to as umale upon arrival. While most left, some stayed and accepted Iginuwa's leadership. One of them, named Itsekiri, was welcoming to Iginuwa, leading to the new kingdom being named in his honour. The name Itsekiri is
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Knowing his elder son
Iginuwa's lack of popularity, Olua decided to create a kingdom for him by the sea. Iginuwa, aware of his negative reputation, accepted the offer. To keep the plan hidden from his chiefs, Olua asked them to send their sons with Iginuwa to perform a sacrifice for him by the sea.
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Olua was the child of Oba Ewuare and one of his consorts, who was executed by Ewuare for a transgression in the harem. She was denied the funeral rites typically given to the wives of the Oba. When Olua became the Oba, he conducted the final rites for her, despite advice that this could risk his
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Olua was known for his actions of kindness. He sometimes paid other people's debts when they were unable to pay, and he gave gifts to those in need. He gave a cow's leg to an old woman who wanted meat, and a coral bead to a man whom he saved from drowning. However, these actions were not always
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Olua is a complex figure in Benin's history. His actions led to the establishment of the
Itsekiri kingdom, but he is also known for his disregard for traditions and his decisions that led to conflict. His reign was marked by opposition from his subjects and officials. He is remembered as
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word "Seikiri", which translates to a "playground". The Ijaw taught the Benin immigrants skills such as swimming, fishing, and adapting to the marine environment. The Ijaw also intermarried with
Iginuwa and his men, leading to a mixed Itsekiri population.
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appreciated. The old woman fell and injured herself on her way home and blamed Olua for giving her the meat. The man said that Olua gave him the coral bead because they were common in the palace. Olua's actions also depleted the royal treasury.
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then enacted that no woman should be allowed to reign in the future. The chiefs persuaded Olua to accept the crown and sent his younger son, who later became Ogie Eho, to Eho to guard against Okpame's attack.
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Olua prepared a large box filled with royal attire and other items for
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including the Idanre, the Igala, and the Nupe. He also maintained connections with his nephew
Iginuwa and the Itsekiri kingdom, providing them with gifts and support.
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