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From Oríkì to Rap: The Evolution of Praise Poetry
From Oríkì to rap, Yorùbá praise poetry evolved into powerful storytelling that uplifts and connects across generations.

Alaje Fadesiye
Jan 26, 20254 min read


Drumming, Dance, and Oríkì: The Language of Yorùbá Culture
Drumming, dance, and òríkì form a sacred Yorùbá triad—rhythm, movement, and praise unite to honor the divine, ancestors, and culture.

Alaje Fadesiye
Dec 16, 20246 min read


Essential Skills and Responsibilities in Yorùbá Household
In Yorùbá culture, Ilé is more than a house—it’s the spiritual and social heart of family, lineage, and tradition. Within each ilé, roles like leadership, ritual practice, cultural education, and emotional care ensure harmony and generational continuity. Whether in a compound in Òṣogbo or an apartment in Chicago, the ilé remains a sacred space where character is shaped and ancestral wisdom lives on.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 11, 20243 min read


The Yorùbá Ìlé: Structure, Kinship, and Spiritual Lineage
In Yorùbá culture, the ìlé—or extended family compound—is more than a home; it is a living institution of kinship, ritual, and moral responsibility. Each member, from elders to children, holds a sacred role in preserving ancestral wisdom, spiritual alignment, and communal well-being. Through daily actions, family meetings, and lineage-specific rites, the ìlé sustains both heritage and harmony across generations.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 8, 20244 min read
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