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Baṣọ̀run Gáà: His History, Personality and Characteristics
Who Was Baṣọ̀run Gáà?
Baṣọ̀run Gáà was a prominent military and political figure in the Ọ̀yọ́ Empire, a powerful Yorùbá state in present-day Nigeria. He served as the Baṣọ̀run, heading the Ọ̀yọ́ Mèsì, a council of noble chiefs that advised the Aláàfin of Ọ̀yọ́. Gáà’s influence peaked in the 18th century, and his name became synonymous with treachery, tyranny, and power struggles.
Political Structure Of Bashorun During the Oyo Empire
First Alaafin of the powerful Yorùbá kingdom of Oyo was Ọranyan. He founded Oyo, this made him the first Alaafin at around the year 1300. The Old Oyo Empire was one of the strongest if not the strongest in the Yoruba mythology.
The Great Oyo Empire: Reign of Bashorun Ga
You cannot discuss Yoruba mythology without mentioning the Old Great Oyo Empire. The empire was one with several stories surrounding it such as being the chosen place for many notable gods and warriors of Yoruba Kingdom.