News and stories on the Soun of Ogbomoso, festivals, history, heritage and Yoruba traditions in Ogbomosoland.
Oba Ghandi Olaoye ordered the cancellation of the 2026 Egungun festival across Ogbomosoland after reports of violent attacks, directing security agencies to enforce the ban.
How did Ogbomoso get its name, and who were the Soun? A short, easy guide to the history of one of the largest cities in Oyo State.
Few Nigerian towns are as closely tied to Baptist history as Ogbomoso. From the Nigerian Baptist Theological Seminary to the old Baptist Medical Centre, here is how that heritage shaped the city.
A short video of the Olubadan and the Ooni of Ife standing to welcome the Soun of Ogbomoso at an Ibadan event has sparked conversation about humility and respect among Yoruba monarchs.
