Oriki Eso Ikoyi May 2026

It often mentions Ige Adubi , a legendary figure associated with the lineage who was famously born breech (feet first), symbolizing a difficult but triumphant entry into the world. Cultural Role Today

Descriptions of the Ìkòyí man as one who "dies in the heat of battle" rather than fleeing. oriki eso ikoyi

Where professional chanters (Akéwì) use it to "hype" individuals of Ìkòyí descent, raising their "vibration" by reminding them of their heroic roots. It often mentions Ige Adubi , a legendary

The is a powerful ancestral praise poem belonging to the Ìkòyí lineage of the Yoruba people. Known historically as formidable warriors, the Ẹ̀ṣọ́ (Guards/Elite Soldiers) of Ìkòyí were famous for their bravery, particularly their refusal to be shot in the back—a testament to their "never retreat" military philosophy. Historical Significance The is a powerful ancestral praise poem belonging

Today, the Oríkì Ẹ̀ṣọ́ Ìkòyí is performed during: