The Oba of Lagos, also known as the Eleko of Eko, is the traditional ruler (Oba) of Lagos.
Oba of Lagos
Image: King Kosoko (1845 1851)
Image: Adeniji Adele
Image: Oba Lagos 060602 N 8637R 006 (cropped)
Nigerian traditional rulers
Nigerian traditional rulers often derive their titles from the rulers of independent states or communities that existed before the formation of modern Nigeria. Although they do not have formal political power, in many cases they continue to command respect from their people and have considerable influence in their community.
Image of a 16th-century ruler (Oba) of the Benin Empire
The Oba of Lagos with a delegation of Naval Officers in June 2006
Sa'adu Abubakar, Sultan of Sokoto and Sarkin Musulmi of Nigeria, current Co-Chair of the National Council of Traditional Rulers
Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ooni of Ife, current Co-Chair of the National Council of Traditional Rulers