Oluwo of Iwo

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The Oluwo of Iwo is the traditional ruler of Iwo, a prominent city located in Osun State, Nigeria. [1]

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References

  1. "Oluwo | title | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 4 December 2023.