Ogbomosho (also known as Ogbomoso and Ògbómọ̀ṣọ́ ) is a city in Oyo State , south-western Nigeria . It was founded in the mid 17th century. The population was approximately 655,517 in 2024. It is the second largest city in Oyo State and also among the most populated in Nigeria . It is the 3rd most populated city in South Western Nigeria after Lagos and Ibadan . Although the principal inhabitants of the city are the Yoruba people, there are people from other parts of Nigeria and other West African countries who are residents in the city.
67-412: Ọlábánjọ Ògúnlọlá Ògúndìran was of Ibariba descent. He and his wife, Esuu , built their hut by the side of the Àjàgbọn tree. According to an early missionary, "Ògbómọ̀ṣọ́ in 1891 was a walled city, the gates of which were closely watched by day and securely closed by night. The town, picturesque and well watered was isolated from the rest of the Yoruba towns . Political relations were maintained with
134-581: A dark green cloth and a canopy above. An ostrich egg is hung near. North of the chamber is a vaulted room of equal size, and to the east is an open court with a fig-tree, and a second cenotaph rudely plastered, said to be that of Esau's slave. Rock-cut tombs exist south-west of this place. The SWP stated this identification was false and that Esau's tomb was in the Biblical Mount Seir . Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Ladoke Akintola University of Technology ( LAUTECH )
201-570: A distant land, Paddan-aram (towards Harran ) to work for his uncle Laban ( Genesis 28:5 ). Jacob does not immediately receive his father's inheritance after the impersonation aimed at taking it from Esau. Having fled for his life, Jacob has left the wealth of Isaac's flocks, land and tents in Esau's hands. Jacob is forced to sleep out on the open ground and then work for wages as a servant in Laban's household. Jacob, who had deceived and cheated his brother,
268-431: A hairy garment; and they named him Esau." The meaning of the word esau itself is not entirely certain. Others have noted the similarity to Arabic : عثا , romanized : ʿaṯā , lit. 'hirsute'. The name Edom (Hebrew: אדום , romanized: ʾəḏom ) is also attributed to Esau, meaning "red"; the same color is used to describe the color of his hair. Genesis parallels his redness to
335-539: A learner's permit on their vehicles before they can be given access or allowed to enter the campus by the security. On 28 September 2023 Ladoke Akintola university Ogbomosho partner with the foremost research team in Nigeria, the Nanotechnology Research Group (NANO+), in organising event that will bring together academics, policymakers, students, and private sector representatives to explore
402-586: A missionary medical facility and through the years developing into the Baptist Medical Centre and later transformed to a Teaching Hospital in 2009. BUTH now boasts of over 400 Bed Capacity, over 800 Staff and Students , Multidisciplinary Facility, Family Medicine Residency Programme, Nursing and Midwifery Courses, 50,000 Outpatients and 10,000 Inpatients, fully Accredited Training Programmes which includes; B.Sc. Anatomy, B.Sc. Physiology and MB/BS. The Federal Government of Nigeria recently approved
469-458: A negative view of Esau because of his rivalry with Jacob and likewise viewed the apparent reconciliation between the brothers described in Genesis 32–33 as insincere on Esau's part. The midrash says that during Rebecca's pregnancy, whenever she would pass a house of Torah study, Jacob would struggle to come out; whenever she would pass a house of idolatry , Esau would agitate to come out. He
536-704: A rage over the death of Abraham, Esau committed five sins; he raped a betrothed young woman, he committed murder ( Nimrod ), he denied God, he denied the resurrection of the dead, and he spurned his birthright. Haman 's lineage is given in the Targum Sheni as follows: "Haman the son of Hammedatha the Agagite, son of Srach, son of Buza, son of Iphlotas, son of Dyosef, son of Dyosim, son of Prome, son of Ma'dei, son of Bla'akan, son of Intimros, son of Haridom, son of Sh'gar, son of Nigar, son of Farmashta, son of Vayezatha, (son of Agag, son of Sumkei,) son of Amalek , son of
603-419: A variety of universities and organizations around the world. Some of the universities are listed below: The current principal officers of the university are: The ownership of LAUTECH has always been a source of conflict between the two-owner states ( Oyo State and Osun State ), especially after Osun State acquired her own university. The government of Oyo State wants Osun to transfer full ownership of
670-659: Is a public research institution located in Ogbomoso, Oyo State , Nigeria . The university enrolls over 30,000 students and employs more than 3,000 workers including contract staff. In 1987, Governor Adetunji Olurin , the Military Governor of Oyo State received a request from the Polytechnic, Ibadan's Governing Council to establish a State University. In 1988, he formed a seven-member interministerial committee , chaired by Mrs. Oyinkan Ayoola, which recommended
737-505: Is considered to be a rebellious son who kept a double life until he was fifteen when he sold his birthright to Jacob. According to the Talmud, the sale of the birthright took place immediately after Abraham died. The Talmudic dating would give both Esau and Jacob an age of fifteen at the time. The lentils Jacob was cooking were meant for his father Isaac because lentils are the traditional mourner's meal for Jews. On that day before returning, in
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#1732782478096804-514: Is frequently shown as being supplanted by his younger twin, Jacob (Israel). According to the Muslim tradition, the prophet Yaqub , or Israel, was the favorite of his mother, and his twin brother Esau was the favorite of his father, prophet Ishaq , and he is mentioned in the "Story of Ya'qub" in Qisas al-Anbiya . Genesis 25 :25 narrates Esau's birth, "Now the first came forth red, all over like
871-443: Is in turn deceived and cheated by his uncle. Jacob asks to marry Laban's daughter Rachel, whom he has met at the well, and Laban agrees, if Jacob will give him seven years of service. Jacob does so, but after the wedding finds that beneath the veil is not Rachel but Leah, Laban's elder daughter. He agrees to work another seven years and Jacob and Rachel are finally wed. However, despite Laban, Jacob eventually becomes so rich as to incite
938-622: Is listening while Isaac speaks to his son Esau. When Esau goes to the field to hunt for venison to bring home, Rebekah says to her son Jacob, "Behold, I heard thy father speak to thy brother Esau, saying: 'Bring me venison and prepare a savory food, that I may eat, and bless thee before the Lord before my death. ' " Rebekah then instructs Jacob in an elaborate deception through which Jacob pretends to be Esau, in order to steal from Esau his blessing from Isaac and his inheritance—which in theory Esau had already agreed to give to Jacob. Jacob follows through with
1005-889: Is located along the Old Ogbomosho-Ilorin road. The second entrance is referred to as LAUTECH second gate. This is also referred to as Under G gate, which leads to Under-G, Nurudeen, Stadium, Kuye to mention but a few. College of Health Sciences The College of Health Sciences campus once located in Osogbo , Osun state,Nigeria, has been relocated to along Old Ogbomoso-Ilorin Road, Ogbomoso , Oyo state. There are four faculties in College of Health Sciences which are basic medical sciences, basic clinical sciences, clinical sciences, nursing sciences. On Wednesday 31 May 2023, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state granted authorization for
1072-603: Is located in Osogbo , the Osogbo campus has been renamed UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital (UNIOSUNTH) after the recent take over of LAUTECH by the Oyo state Government only. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) offers wide range of undergraduate programmes and postgraduate programme's. LAUTECH also run open distance learning. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology was established in July 1990. From July 1990 to January 1999,
1139-507: Is named for the Ogbomosho son and Premier of the old Western Nigeria, Samuel Ladoke Akintola (SLA). LAUTECH is ranked at the top of the later generation universities in Nigeria. It awards degrees in science , engineering , technology and medicine . This university has a teaching hospital named Lautech Teaching Hospital . The Nigerian Baptist Theological Seminary (NBTS), one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in Nigeria and
1206-615: Is no more Baálẹ̀ Akandíẹ̀. Ogunlola, after the discovery of these hunters, took the initiative to invite them to form the Alongo Society. The primary objectives of the society were: defence against Sunmoni (slave prowlers) raids group hunting of wild animals, and mutual assistance. After each day's hunting, they retired to Ogunlola's hut where they were treated to beans and other meals and were served with Sekete wine brewed by Ogunlola's wife from fermented guinea corn. They also engaged in discussing current affairs and planning. Esuu,
1273-526: Is where most of the university's teaching and research is carried out, the Ogbomoso Campus also houses the central administration of the university. The Ogbomoso Campus has five faculties and the Post-graduate school where courses are taught in various fields of pure and applied science, medicine, agriculture, engineering and technology, environmental science. The main campus first gate
1340-736: The Epistle to the Romans and in the Epistle to the Hebrews . According to the Hebrew Bible, Esau is the progenitor of the Edomites and the elder brother of Jacob , the patriarch of the Israelites. Jacob and Esau were the sons of Isaac and Rebecca , and the grandsons of Abraham and Sarah . Of the twins, Esau was the first to be born with Jacob following, holding his heel. Isaac
1407-747: The intertestamental period , Edom had replaced Babylon as the nation that burned the Temple ("Thou hast also vowed to build thy temple, which the Edomites burned when Judah was laid waste by the Chaldees" ). In the Book of Jubilees , Esau's father, Isaac, compels Esau to swear not to attack or kill Jacob after Isaac has died. However, after the death of Isaac, the sons of Esau convince their father to lead them, and hired mercenaries , against Jacob in order to kill Jacob and his family and seize their wealth (especially
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#17327824780961474-574: The "red lentil pottage " that he sold his birthright for. Esau became the progenitor of the Edomites in Mount Seir . In Genesis, Esau returned to his twin brother Jacob, famished from the fields. He begs Jacob to give him some "red pottage" (a play on his nickname, Edom .) This refers to his red hair. Jacob offers Esau a bowl of lentil stew (Hebrew: נְזִיד עֲדָשִׁ֔ים , romanized: nəziḏ ʿəḏāšim ) in exchange for Esau's birthright (Hebrew: בְּכֹרָה , romanized: bəḵorā ),
1541-583: The Babylonians: The Lord is asked to "remember against the Edomites the day of Jerusalem, how they said 'raze it, raze it to its foundations'" in Psalm 137 :7 However, the prophecy of Obadiah insists on the literal "violence done" by Esau "unto your brother Jacob" when the Edomites "entered the gate of my people..., looted his goods..., stood at the parting of the ways to cut off the fugitive,... delivered up his survivors on his day of distress". By
1608-731: The Cave of the Patriarchs is also recorded in Sefer HaYashar . South of the Palestinian town of Sa'ir on the West Bank there is a tomb reputed to be that of Esau – El 'Ais in his Arab name. The PEF 's Survey of Western Palestine (SWP) wrote: The tomb is in a chamber 37 feet east and west by 20 feet north and south, with a Mihrab on the south wall. The tomb is 12 feet long, 3 1/2 feet broad, 5 feet high, covered with
1675-454: The Edomites who were established to the south of the Israelites. They were an ancient enemy nation of Israel. The minor prophets, such as Obadiah , claim that the Edomites participated in the destruction of Solomon's Temple in the Siege of Jerusalem in 587 BCE. Exactly how the Edomites participated is not clear. Psalm 137 ("By the waters of Babylon") suggests merely that Edom had encouraged
1742-652: The Faculty of Agricultural Sciences and biotechnology to Iseyin in Oyo state. On 22 March 2023, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, implemented a prohibition on students driving or bringing cars to the campus. It was further stated by the Vice Chancellor of the university that any tinted vehicles used by staff members are now restricted. Additionally, beginner drivers must display
1809-807: The Ibadans, for the country depended on its security on the warriors of Ògbómọ̀ṣọ́ and Ikirun ...The strength of Ògbómọ̀ṣọ́ lay in the wall and moat surrounding the town, and the warriors made full use of it by sitting close and tight.." The area that is called Ògbómọ̀ṣọ́ today is between Igbọ́n and Ìrẹṣà—Arẹṣà to the west; Oníkòyí to the East; Olúgbọ́n to the north; and Tìmì of Ẹdẹ to its south direction—according to Ògbómọ̀ṣọ́ History and Origin Documentary by Israel Ayanwuyi. Ògúnlọlá (later Ṣọ̀ún) noticed smoke oozing from some nearby locations. He took courage and approached these places and discovered other hunters. There
1876-557: The National Universities Commission in Nigeria. As of 20 November 2020, National Universities Commission (NUC) gives ownership of LAUTECH to Oyo State Government under Governor Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde . The Main Campus The School main campus is located at Ogbomoso North Local Government, Ogbomoso , Oyo State , Nigeria with geographical coordinate 8° 8' 0" North, 4° 16' 0" East. This
1943-631: The South but Jacob decides later to move to the North. See: Wives of Esau . Genesis 26:34–35 describes Esau's marriage at the age of forty to two Canaanite women: Judith, the daughter of Beeri the Hittite , and Basemath the daughter of Elon the Hittite. This arrangement grieved his parents. Upon seeing that his brother was blessed and that their father rejected Esau's union to Canaanites, Esau went to
2010-473: The University library was situated in a compact area within the building currently housing the university bookshop. In February 1999, the library was relocated to its current and permanent site on the campus. The library now has the capacity to comfortably accommodate three thousand users simultaneously. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) has established bilateral cooperation agreements with
2077-651: The authority of Ogunlola became greater and more respected. His compound by the Ajagbon tree then became the Soun's palace and a rallying point for all Ogbomoso citizens. Ogbomosho, because of her strategic location, quickly grew from a village status to a medium size town. Her people were also renown warriors. During the Fulani wars of the 19th century, many towns and villages (about 147) were deserted while their people took refuge in Ogbomosho. The influx of people further enhanced
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2144-541: The best state university in Nigeria. In the recent World Universities ranking by Webometrics , the institution achieved the seventh position among Nigerian universities and secured the top spot among Universities of Technology. The main campus is in Oyo state . This campus is the site of the university's administration as well as home to six faculties and the post-graduate school. Fields of study include pure and applied science, medicine, agriculture, engineering and technology, and environmental science. No other campus
2211-399: The cave to Jacob. Hushim (who was hard of hearing) did not understand what was going on, and why his grandfather was not being buried, so he asked for an explanation; after being given one he became angry and said: "Is my grandfather to lie there in contempt until Naphtali returns from the land of Egypt?" He then took a club and killed Esau, and Esau's head rolled into the cave. This means that
2278-572: The city. Ogbomosho Recreation Club has meeting halls, an indoor sports hall and a golf course. The headquarters of the American Baptist Church of Nigeria and its theological seminary are located in the city. The closest airport to Ogbomosho is Ilorin Airport which is approximately 52 kilometers away. In Ogbomosho, faith takes many forms, with Christians, muslims, and traditionalists living side by side. The city's streets echo with
2345-634: The college of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources, Iseyin Campus which is made up of Faculty of Renewable Natural Resources and Faculty of Agricultural Sciences. On 15 September there is commission of 38 kilometers of Oyo Iseyin Road that lead to the New campus for easy access. As at 10 October 1533 Student Resume in Iseyin campuse as earlier announced by the governor Seyi Makinde that all department of Agriculture and biotechnology should be moved to
2412-461: The concubine of Eliphaz , firstborn son of Esau". According to Rashi, Isaac, when blessing Jacob in Esau's place, smelled the heavenly scent of Gan Eden (Paradise) when Jacob entered his room and, in contrast, perceived Gehenna opening beneath Esau when the latter entered the room, showing him that he had been deceived all along by Esau's show of piety. In Jewish folklore, the Roman emperor Titus
2479-588: The designation of Prof. Olawale Olakulehin as the interim Chief Medical Director (CMD) of LAUTECH Teaching Hospital in Ogbomoso. He also appointed the principal officer and another appointment in the college. The announcement was made known by the Chief of staff to the governor. Iseyin Campus The Iseyin Campus is located in Iseyin, Oyo state , Nigeria. The campus headed by a Provost , houses
2546-452: The envy of Laban and Laban's sons. Genesis 32–33 tells of Jacob's and Esau's eventual reconciliation. Jacob sends multiple waves of gifts to Esau as they approach each other, hoping that Esau will spare his life. Esau refuses the gifts, as he is now very wealthy and does not need them. Jacob bows down before Esau and insists on his receiving the gifts. Esau shows forgiveness in spite of this bitter conflict. He then asks Jacob to follow him to
2613-807: The establishment of Federal Polytechnic, Ayede , a satellite town of Ogbomosho. Learning and research activities will soon commence in this institution. The federal government-owned Federal Government College, Ogbomosho and Nigerian Navy Secondary School, Ogbomosho are located in the city. There are numerous private secondary schools all over the city, some of which are Pine Valley High School, Victory Model College, Faith Academy, VISTO Group of Schools, Smith International Baptist Academy, Gomal Baptist College, George Green Baptist College, Zoe Schools, Maryland Catholic High School, Lautech International College, Royal International College, Zion Christian Academy, and Command Secondary School, Gambari. Ogbomosho has about 257 surrounding villages and emerging towns which amalgamated to
2680-597: The family after Isaac's death and the heir of the promises of Abraham ( Genesis 27:37 ). When Esau learns of his brother's thievery, he is livid and begs his father to undo the blessing. Isaac responds to his eldest son's plea by saying that he only had one blessing to give and that he could not reverse the sacred blessing. Esau is furious and vows to kill Jacob ( Genesis 27:41 ). Once again Rebekah intervenes to save her younger son from being murdered by his elder twin brother, Esau. Therefore, at Rebekah's urging, Jacob flees to
2747-591: The first to offers degree programs in theology , sociology and philosophy in Nigeria. The Seminary serves the Baptist Church in Nigeria, The Nigerian Baptist Convention (NBC), which also has its headquarters in Ibadan , Oyo State . Bowen University Teaching Hospital Ogbomoso - (BUTH) A Christian Teaching hospital training of doctors and other medical professionals. Originally established in March 1907 as
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2814-467: The five sons of Soun Ikomeyede, the third Soun of Ogbomoso (and son of Jogioro), Toyeje, Oluwusi, Baiyewu, Bolanta Adigun, and Ogunlabi Odunaro. The title of Soun was originally a Baale (minor chief) as Ogbomoso was a small village within the realm of the Oyo Empire. In 1952, the title was changed to Soun and they became recognized as a monarch. As of Saturday, 2 September 2023, a new Soun-Elect, in
2881-411: The great impact left behind. Plans are underway to preserve Alagba's body for historical records.( by Timothy copy ) The founder of Ogbomoso, Soun Olabanjo Ogunlola Ogundiran, was the first Soun of Ogbomoso. He had 5 sons, Lakale, Kekere, Esuo, Eiye and Jogioro. He was later succeeded by his youngest son, Erinbaba Alamu Jogioro, who was the second Soun. The five royal houses of Ogbomoso are descended from
2948-477: The head of Esau is also buried in the cave. Jewish sources state that Esau sold his right to be buried in the cave. According to Shemot Rabbah , Jacob gave all his possessions to acquire a tomb in the Cave of the Patriarchs . He put a large pile of gold and silver before Esau and asked, "My brother, do you prefer your portion of this cave, or all this gold and silver?" Esau's selling to Jacob his right to be buried in
3015-500: The highway). The importance and influence of 'Orisapopo' among the citizens of Ogbomoso is immense. It can be described as the patron Òrìṣà of Ògbómọ̀ṣọ́. During the time, the Ibaribas, under the leadership of Elemoso, attacked Oyo-Ile near Ilorin city. Elemoso caused a devastating havoc among the Oyo people, so much that they feared him in battle. Elemoso consequently laid total siege on Oyo, causing famine and untold hardship among
3082-516: The house of his uncle Ishmael and married his cousin, Mahalath the daughter of Ishmael, and sister of Nebaioth . Esau's family is again revisited in Genesis 36 , this passage names two Canaanite wives; Adhah , the daughter of Elon the Hittite, and Aholibamah , the daughter of Anah, daughter of Zibeon the Hivite , and a third: Bashemath, Ishmael's daughter, sister of Nebaioth. Some scholars equate
3149-471: The hymns and call to prayer, a testament to the deep respect and understanding that bind these communities together. This peaceful coexistence is a source of pride for all who call Ogbomoso home. Esau Esau is the elder son of Isaac in the Hebrew Bible . He is mentioned in the Book of Genesis and by the prophets Obadiah and Malachi . The Christian New Testament alludes to him in
3216-409: The new campus at Iseyin. And the section continue the provost in is statement said the second semester will commence officially on 23 October 2023. On 19 October 2023 some group of students and parents from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Ogbomoso took legal action against Governor Seyi Makinde and the vice chancellor including the registrar of the institution for the relocation of
3283-425: The oldest churches and building in the town. Other prominent landmarks are Ogbomosho Recreation Club , Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Lautech's College of Health Sciences, Nigerian Baptist Theological Seminary, Bowen University Teaching Hospital , Lautech Teaching Hospital , Heroes Arcade and Soun Stadium . Ogbomosho has other mosques, several churches, estates, and business complexes littered all over
3350-485: The palatial grounds of the king, it is almost a sacrilege to refer to Alagba as a mere tortoise. The tortoise played host to many monarchs in Ogbomoso in the past. The sacred tortoise , which was believed to be the oldest in Africa , was sick for a few days before her demise on 5 October 2019. The palace household, Ogbomoso community and stakeholders in the tourism sector are reportedly mourning Alagba's passage because of
3417-458: The people. Alaafin was so impressed by Ogunlola's prowess that he, the Alaafin, requested Ogunlola to stay in the capital (Oyo-Ile) instead of returning to his settlement. Ogunlola politely declined saying "Ejeki a ma se ohun" meaning "let me manage the that place." His majesty, the Alaafin, granted Ogunlola's wish to return to his settlement. This was later contracted to Ogbomoso. Eventually,
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#17327824780963484-615: The person of Prince Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye was announced by the Oyo State Government. Olaoye is the current reigning monarch of Ogbomosho. The traditional council in Ogbomosho comprises seven esteemed leaders, with diverse perspectives represented and they are headed by the Areago. The council include: Areago, Jagun, Bara, Ikolaba, Abese, Balogun and Iyalode. Ogbomosho has four degree-awarding institutions of higher learning. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH)
3551-421: The plan to steal his brother's birthright by bringing the meal his father Isaac requested and pretending to be Esau. Jacob pulled off his disguise by covering himself in hairy kid goat skin so that when his blind father went to touch him, his smooth skin did not give him away as an imposter of his hairy brother. Jacob successfully received his father Isaac's blessing. As a result, Jacob became the spiritual leader of
3618-585: The portion of Isaac's wealth that Isaac had left to Jacob upon his death). "Then Ya'aqov bent his bow and sent forth the arrow and struck Esau, his brother on his right breast and slew him (Jubilees 38:2) . . . Ya'aqov buried his brother on the hill which is in Aduram, and he returned to his house (Jubilees 38:9b)." Hebrews 12:15–16 depicts Esau as unspiritual for thoughtlessly throwing away his birthright. Romans 9:13 states "Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated," based upon Malachi 1:2–3 . According to Islamic scholars,
3685-458: The prophet Ayyub was the great grandson of Esau's son Reuel . The Targum Pseudo-Jonathan connects the name Esau to the Hebrew asah , stating, "because he was born fully completed, with hair of the head, beard, teeth, and molars." Other traditional sources connect the word with Hebrew: שָׁוְא , romanized: šāwʾ , lit. 'worthless'. Jewish commentaries have
3752-489: The right to be recognized as firstborn son with authority over the family, and Esau agrees. Thus Jacob acquires Esau's birthright. This is the origin of the English phrase "to sell one's birthright for a mess of pottage ". In Genesis 27:1–40 , Jacob uses deception, motivated by his mother Rebekah , to lay claim to his blind father Isaac's blessing that was inherently due to the firstborn, Esau. In Genesis 27:5–7 , Rebekah
3819-431: The rulership of Soun. The major economy in the land is Agriculture : Cashew plantations are widely distributed across the land, In addition, Mango plantations are widely distributed too. Ogbomosho is one time the largest planter of cassava across the globe. The people of the land also engage in trading, and rearing of domestic animals like goats and sheep. Also, a very prominent veterinary hospital exists in Ogbomosho for
3886-490: The size and strength of the town. Alagba is believed to have been born in the year 1675 in the old Oyo town, which is now being referred to as Ogbomoso. He was reputedly said to have been brought from the forest by the third Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ikumoyede who ruled from 1770 until 1797. In deference to its age, it is called Alagba, which means "the elderly one" in Yoruba. In Ogbomoso, where the legendary tortoise lumbers about in
3953-641: The three wives mentioned in Genesis 26 and 28 with those in Genesis 36. Casting his lot with the Ishmaelites , he was able to drive the Horites out of Mount Seir to settle in that region. According to some views, Esau is considered to be the progenitor not only of the Edomites but of the Kenizzites and the Amalekites as well. Esau had five sons: Esau was also known as Edom, the progenitor of
4020-496: The town. The location of the town on terrain unattractive to manufacturers and investors, with the road network being poor. Ogbomosho is connected by roads from major cities such as Ilorin , Osogbo , and Ibadan . One of the prominent landmarks is the central mosque at Oja-Igbo, which towers over the traditional walled compounds of private houses and the parts of the old wall that remain. Okelerin Baptist church also serve as one of
4087-399: The university to them while the other party disagrees. This conflict grew intense in 2010 under the administrations of ex-Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala of Oyo State and his former counterpart ex-Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola of Osun State. The feud which was suspected to have been ignited by political interests was resolved eventually after series of intervention by notable political icons and
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#17327824780964154-803: The university's creation. On 13 March 1990, Nigeria's federal military government approved the State's request. The edict establishing Oyo State University of Technology was signed on 23 April 1990, by Colonel Sasaenia Oresanya . Olusegun Ladimeji Oke served as the inaugural Vice-Chancellor of the university, and in January 1991, Late Bashorun M.K.O. Abiola assumed the role of the first Chancellor. The university commenced its initial academic session on 19 October 1990, with 436 enrolled students over four faculties namely : Agricultural Science, Environmental science , Engineering and Management Science, and Pure and Applied Science. A College of Health Sciences
4221-433: The vaccination of livestock. The people are widely traveled. Other industries include trading, banking, small-scale manufacturing, and construction. There are three radio stations namely Brave FM, Parrot FM, and Ajilete FM , and a television station, NTA Ogbomosho. Inadequate government investment in infrastructural facilities and policy guidance for local initiatives have undermined the economic growth and development of
4288-472: The wife of Ogunlola, introduced the worship of Orisapopo to Ogbomosho. The worshippers were distinguished by white beads worn round their necks and wearing of white dresses only. Drinking of palm wine was forbidden to them. The name Orisapopo was probably derived from the fact that Ogunlola's hut was on the northsouthern route, therefore the Orisala being worshipped in the hut was named "Orisapopo" ( idol by
4355-501: Was a descendant of Esau. According to the Babylonian Talmud , Esau was killed by Hushim , son of Dan , son of Jacob , because Esau obstructed the burial of Jacob into the cave of Machpelah . When Jacob was brought to be buried in the cave, Esau prevented the burial, claiming he had the right to be buried in the cave; after some negotiation Naphtali was sent to Egypt to retrieve the document stating Esau sold his part in
4422-542: Was established a year later. Following the separation of Osun State from Oyo State , the university's name was changed to Ladoke Akintola University of Technology. The university enrolls nearly 30,000 students in seven faculties and a college. LAUTECH also admits more than 150 students via JUPEB Direct Entry into 200/Level yearly. For two consecutive seasons, in 2003 and 2004, the Nigerian Universities Commission (NUC) rated LAUTECH as
4489-423: Was sixty years old when the boys were born. Esau, a "man of the field", became a hunter who had "rough" qualities that distinguished him from his twin brother. Among these qualities were his redness and noticeable hairiness. Jacob was a plain or simple man, depending on the translation of the Hebrew word tam (which also means "relatively perfect man"). Jacob's color was not mentioned. Throughout Genesis, Esau
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