Osogbo, State capital in southwestern Nigeria
The urban center spans across 2875 square kilometers along the Osun River, intersected by railway routes connecting Lagos and major roads from surrounding cities.
In 1840, Ibadan infantry forces armed with European rifles defeated the Fulani cavalry at Osogbo, marking a shift in regional power dynamics.
The Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove contains multiple shrines and sanctuaries dedicated to deities, receiving UNESCO World Heritage designation in 2005.
The central market distributes agricultural products including yams, cassava, corn, beans, palm produce, cotton, and processed food items from local plants.
The city leader holds the title ataoja, meaning 'he who stretches out his hand and takes the fish,' referencing the founder's connection to river fishing.
Location: Osun State
Elevation above the sea: 320 m
Industry: brewery building
Part of: southwest
GPS coordinates: 7.77917,4.55389
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:42
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