Ọbalufọn

Etymology
Perhaps from or. The term relates to setting out and establishing a town, which is commonly attributed to Ọbàlùfọ̀n's reign in Ifẹ̀ and military conquests in Èkìtì and Ìgbómìnà regions. In addition, fọ̀n is a term specific to Central Yoruba dialect. The use of ọba as a prefix in the titles of kings and chiefs is very common in ancient Ifẹ̀, see, , , , etc

Often confused with the deity, who is associated with

Proper noun
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 * 1)  A traditional chieftaincy title in the  class of chiefs during the time of  in the ancient  kingdom
 * 2)  A title associated with two legendary figures in Yoruba history,  and, whom are regarded as being  of Ife. They are believed to be descendants of  and the founders of the monarchies of many  towns. Their reigns are believed to be the beginning of the age of bronze art in Ife.
 * 3) An orisha and deity associated with, associated with weaving, art, and bronze, brass casting.