Emure

Emure is a town in the Ekiti State of Nigeria. It is also called Emure Ekiti. It became much better known in the US after the king of Emure's grandson Adewale Ogunleye made it into the NFL for the Chicago Bears.

Emure Ekiti is one of the more prosperous towns in Ekiti. Emure consists of four ancient quarters named Oke Emure, Odo Emure, Idamudu and Ogbontioro.

Geography

Emure LGA has a tropical climate and has the dry and rainy seasons as its two main seasons. Emure LGA's average temperature is 28 degrees Celsius, while the humidity level there is around 60%.

Economy

Cowpea, cocoa, pepper, and plantains are just a few of the abundant agricultural products produced in Emure. Bead production, fabric weaving, and commerce are some of the area's other significant economic pursuits. There are various markets in Emure LGA where locals can go to buy and sell a variety of goods.

Climate

In Emure, the dry season is hot, muggy, and partially cloudy whereas the wet season is warm, oppressive, and overcast. The average annual temperature ranges from 64 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, rarely falling below 58 or rising over 95.

From January 22 to April 1, the hot season, with an average daily high temperature exceeding 88 °F, lasts for 2.3 months. Emure, experiences its warmest month of the year in March, with an average high of 89 °F and low of 72 °F.

From June 15 to October 15 (a period known as the "cool season"), there are 4.0 months with an average daily high temperature below 82 °F. In Emure August is the coldest month of the year, with an average low of 69 °F and high of 81 °F.

Education system

Education is taken very important. Emure Ekiti has some public secondary schools:

* Ijaloke Grammar School
* Akeju Business College
* Orija High School
* Ekiti State Government Science College Emure
* Emure Model High School
* Eporo High School
* Anaye Community Grammar School

And numerous private secondary schools such as

* Apostolic Faith Secondary School, which is one of the most standard school in Emure Ekiti and her environs.
* Progressive Group of Schools
* St. Paul Grammar School
* God's own comprehensive College
* Christ Our Foundation
* Christ Victory College

Rulers of Emure Kingdom

The Emure Kingdom traces its royal lineage to Oduduwa, the legendary progenitor of the Yoruba people. The ruling dynasty of Emure stems from Oduduwa's son Okanbi, whose son Oranmiyan is a central figure in the foundation of several Yoruba kingdoms, including Ife, Oyo, and Benin.

The founder of the Emure Kingdom was Fagbamila Obadudu, a descendant of Oranmiyan through his son Obele. Fagbamila Obadudu established Emure as a royal center and one of the sixteen crowned kingdoms of Ekiti. His two sons, Abenimota and Adumori, became the progenitors of the two royal houses of Emure. Since the late twentieth century, the kingship of Emure (styled "Elemure") has alternated between these two lineages.

Lineage of the Emure Kings

Below is a chronological list of the rulers of Emure Kingdom:

Cultural Significance

The Emure Kingdom continues to play an important role in the cultural and spiritual identity of the Yoruba people in Ekiti State and beyond. The institution of the monarchy, with its alternating succession system, reflects a unique governance structure that preserves both familial heritage and political balance.

References

''This article is based on traditional Yoruba oral history and archival documentation from Emure royal records. Additional sources may be cited upon future verification through academic and historical research.''

References

{{LGAs and communities of Ekiti State

Local Government Areas in Ekiti State