Modakeke is a town in Osun State, South West Nigeria,[1][2][3] with a population of about 120,000 people. The Modakekes are also known as the "Akoraye" and have a history of valor at war and are prosperous farmers.
Modakeke is located in the tropical forest of South West Nigeria. It is about 45 kilometres from Osogbo, the capital of Osun State capital and 90 kilometres from Ibadan, the capital of Oyo. A major celebration in Modakeke, is known as Akoraye Day, celebrated in December.[4][5]
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Modakeke is a town in Osun State, South West Nigeria, with a population of about 120,000 people. The Modakekes are also known as the "Akoraye" and have...
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state was also troubled by long-standing violence between the Ife and Modakeke clans. However, Akande had implemented his party's programs for providing...
to reign in Ile Ife after the end of Ekitiparapo war. The evacuation of Modakeke occurred during his reign. 47 45 38 47 1910−1910 Adékọ́lá D_Lajodogun Lawarikan...
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