Oyo

Yoruba kingdom and city in southwestern Nigeria.

Yorubaland

Oyo may refer to the former Oyo Empire, a Yoruba kingdom in what is now southwestern Nigeria. It also refers to the city of Oyo, located within that empire.

/ˈjoʊ.oʊ/

Oyo is a Yoruba name of uncertain origin.

Oyo is a historic kingdom and city in Nigeria, known for being a powerful trading center that connected the north and south of the country.

What is Oyo? It's a historic Yoruba kingdom and city in southwestern Nigeria
When did the Oyo Empire rise? It rose to prominence in the 17th century
What is its significance? Oyo was a major trading hub and influential political entity

Nigeria empires

Oyo City

Yoruba West Africa

historical place political entity