Otu Ibiwe palace society is the third among the category of Eghaevbo N’Ogbe (palace chiefs). Ibiwe members are in charge of the Ọba’s harem. They are praised as the embodiment of the monarch’s ‘good fortune’ with the appellations Ibiwe N’Okun and Okun N’emwinyẹ_._ The society is also known as Agobọ-ẹkpẹn, meaning ‘the left hand of the leopard’. This group was established by Ọba Ozolua (c. 1483–1504 AD) for his loyal associates after his ascension to the throne. They were formerly part of a guild residing in Eyaen village before their relocation to Ibiwe quarters, closer to the seat of power. Ọba Akenzua I elevated them to the status of palace society since they have functioned as keepers of the harem since the reign of Ọba Ehẹngbuda (c. 1578–1606 AD). The Ine N’Ibiwe is the head of the group, but the Chief Osodin cares for and serves the Iloi (Ọba’s wives or queens) as the head of Urho Ẹrriẹ. The Oshodin is followed by the Obazuaye and Obahiagbon.
Otu Iweguae is ranked next to Otu Iwẹbọ among the palace societies in Benin Kingdom. It is charged with managing the personal attendants of the monarch. Given their closeness and free access to the Ọba, they pride themselves as the most favored. The society was created by Ọba Ọzọlua (c. 1483–1504 AD) and reorganized by Ọba Ehengbuda (c. 1578–1606 AD), who made the Chief Esere the head of the group. The Chiefs Ọbazelu, Aighobahi and Aisagbonrrioba assist the leader. This society is broadly grouped into a) Uko N’Iwebo (palace emissary), b) Ekhaemwen Uko Iweguae, c) Urhehakpa Iweguae and d) affiliated guilds.
Otu Iwẹbọ, or Iwẹbọ Palace society, is the foremost palace society in Benin Kingdom and belongs to the category of Eghaevbo n’Ogbe (palace chiefs). Otu Iwẹbọ has several chambers, each with its own responsibilities and functions for the Ọba. Its members organize the daily needs of the Ọba, which includes his wardrobe and regalia, and pride themselves as Ọba n’Ogbe, Iwebo Ọ yan Ọba. Chieftaincy titles within this society are broadly grouped into Eghaevbo, Urhehakpa, Ekhaemwen Uko and those of affiliated guilds. The Uwangue title holder is the head of this society. He is assisted by the Eribo, Ọvienrriọba and Osague title holders.
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