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Oral Literature (known as Ewi Atenu-denu) is one of the oldest, iconic and classic genre of Yoruba literatures. There are many forms of these oral Yoruba literature, each with its distinctive feature. Also, some are perculiar to a certain Yoruba region than other. On this page, browse through different Oral Literature in Yoruba culture...
Discover È̩ṣà-Pípè (Iwì-Kíké), a powerful Yoruba oral tradition performed in Egungun worship. Learn about its function,...
Check out the composition of Ẹ̀kún Ìyàwó, a unique Yoruba oral tradition performed by brides before marriage. Learn its...
Learn about È̩gẹ̀, a Yoruba oral praise tradition common among the Ẹ̀gbá people. Discover its similarity to Rárà of...
The composition and rendition of Òkú-Pípè, a solemn Yoruba oral tradition performed for the deceased. Learn its 7-day...
Explore Dadakúàdà, a melodious Yoruba music genre from Ilorin in Kwara State. Learn about its use of Kànàngó drums,...
Learn about Bọ̀lọ̀jọ̀, a Yoruba oral tradition of satire and storytelling common among the Egbado people. Check out how...