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The figure credited in tradition with founding both Ọ̀yọ́ and the second Benin dynasty, what the traditions say, where they conflict, and why the stone monolith bearing his name cannot date him.

The city the Yoruba world treats as its origin point, its Ọ̀ọ̀ni institution and ruling houses, its quarters, its groves and sacred sites, the Ọ̀rànmíyàn staff, and the Modáké̩ké̩ question.

A comprehensive scholarly reference on Ọ̀ràǹmíyàn, examining his theological domains, royal historiography, ritual titles, priesthood structures, monuments, and transatlantic diaspora divergence.

The historical narrative, ritual memorialization, scholarly debates, and cultural legacy surrounding Queen Mọ̀remí of ancient Ilé-Ifẹ̀.

An examination of the week-long festival commemorating the founder of the Oyo Empire, detailing its historical traditions, ritual officiants, performance genres, and modern institutionalization.