ESA OKE MY PLACE

ESA Oke is a town located in the Obokun Local Government Area of Osun State, South-West Nigeria. It's a native Ijesa community with a rich cultural heritage and history dating back to 1184 AD, founded by Omiran Adebolu, a member of the Olofin family of Ile-Ife. The town is headed by a monarch with the title of Owamiran of Esa-Oke.

Some notable features of Esa Oke include¹ ²:
- *Key Landmarks:*
- Osun State College of Technology (OSCOTECH), a tertiary institution known for its technological niche
- Esa Oke market, an open traditional market
- Angel Apartment Hotel, a local accommodation option
- *Cultural Significance:*
- Annual Egungun and Ikedi festivals, which feature cultural dances and traditional costumes
- The town's rich history and cultural identity are deeply important to its residents
- *Notable Residents:*
- Chief Bola Ige, former governor of Old Oyo State and Nigeria's Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice
- Israel Adesanya, a renowned UFC middleweight champion and mixed martial artist
- Hon. Busayo Oluwole Oke, a member of the House of Representatives representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency of Osun State

The town has experienced some unrest in the past due to controversies surrounding traditional leadership appointments, but efforts are being made to maintain peace and stability.
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