Nigerian traditional rulers
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Nigerian traditional rulers are non-sovereign monarchs who often derive their titles from the rulers of independent states or communities that existed prior to the formation of modern Nigeria. Althoug
Image of a 16th-century ruler (Oba) of the Benin Kingdom
The Oba of Lagos with a delegation of Naval Officers in June 2006
The Obi of Onitsha dancing during an Ofala festival
Sa'adu Abubakar, Sultan of Sokoto and Sarkin Musulmi of Nigeria, current co-chair of the National Council of Traditional Rulers
Nigerian Chieftaincy
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The Nigerian Chieftaincy is the chieftaincy system that is native to Nigeria. Consisting of everything from the country's monarchs to its titled family elders, the chieftaincy as a whole is one of the
Nigerian traditional rulers
…intense competition for royal seats amongst the finite pool of eligible dynasts. The rulers can also award traditional or honorary titles within the Nigerian chieftaincy system. These titles come with ex officio positions in their "administrations", and wealthy businessmen and politicians often place great value in acquiring…
Oba Sir Adeniji Adele II, the 18th Eleko of Lagos.
King Jaja I, the 1st Amanyanaboh of Opobo.
Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 14th and 16th Emir of Kano.
Prince Jaja Wachuku, the Ugo of Ngwaland.