This research inquires the forms of relations that existed between the Ebira people of Kogi State and the Owos of Ago-Panu, Owo, Ondo State in the colonial period of 1943-1960.
The Ebira can be found today in Okene, Adavi, Ajaokuta and Okehi Local Government Areas of present Kogi State in the North-Central geo-political zone of Nigeria on the other hand, the Owo people (of Ago Panu) are sub group of the Yoruba people of the South-western part of Nigeria. They can be found in Owo town, Ipele, Upremen, Usho, Ago-Panu (the focus of this work) and other surrounding towns and villages.
In some Nigerian areas, the violent nature of the British conquest and early administration were enough to endanger social and economic disequilibrium that propelled migration from one area to another. This in effect was the situation with the Ebiras in the early part of colonial rule, a party of which migrated into the outlaying districts of Yorubaland.
Table of Contents
1. CHAPTER ONE: BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Objectives of the Study
1.3 Justification and Significance of the Study
1.4 Research Questions
1.5 Sources and Methodology
1.6 Review of Related Literatures
1.7 Definition of Concepts
1.8 Structure of the Study
1.9 Conclusion
1.10 End Notes
2. CHAPTER TWO: THE GEOGRAPHY AND EARLY SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL HISTORY OF AGO-PANU
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Geography
2.3 Traditions of Origin
2.4 Socio-political Organisation
2.5 The Structure of Ago-Panu pre-colonial Economy
2.6 Farming System
2.7 Exchange and Marketing System
2.8 Conclusion
2.9 End Notes
3. CHAPTER THREE: EBIRA FACTOR IN AGO-PANU
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Ebira Migration to Ago-Panu
3.3 Ebira in Ago-Panu: Changes and Continuity
3.4 Economic Impact of Ebira on Ago-Panu
3.5 Socio-political Impact of Ebira on Ago-Panu
3.6 Conclusion
3.7 End Notes
4. CHAPTER FOUR: CONCLUSION
4.1 Conclusion
4.2 End Notes
Research Objectives and Topics
This study investigates the historical migration of the Ebira people to Ago-Panu, Owo, during the colonial period from 1943 to 1960. It aims to analyze the social, political, and economic impact of these migrants on the local community, exploring how inter-group relations were shaped by colonial influences and the migrants' adaptation to a new environment.
- The historical background and socio-economic life of Ago-Panu before the arrival of the Ebira.
- Factors driving Ebira migration from Kogi State to the Yoruba-speaking regions.
- The economic contributions of Ebira migrants, particularly in farming and market development.
- The socio-political organization of the Ebira community within the Ago-Panu administrative structure.
Excerpt from the Book
EBIRA MIGRATION TO AGO-PANU
In some Nigerian areas, the violent nature of the British conquest and early administration were enough to engender social and economic disequilibrium, which propelled migration from one area to another, this in effect was the situation with the Ebira in the early part of Colonial rule.2
Being the basic form of economic activity in Ebiraland, Agriculture was mainly aimed at providing food for the individual households, though, the excesses were exchanged with neighbours for essential items.3 It should be noted that the economy of Ebira communities was prosperous until the coming of the Europeans (British) and subsequent introduction of capitalist economy which followed the incorporation of the region into the British colony of Nigeria.
The incorporation of Ebiraland into the British territory of Nigeria followed the British invasion of the area in 1904 and this resulted in the forced migration of a section of Ebira people into the western part of the country especially Owo.3 This migration was informed by the people’s expectation that the new colonial economy would afford them new opportunities in their neighbouring Yoruba towns and villages. These factors of Ebira migration was both internally motivated by several “Push” factors or factors of detraction (from Ebiraland) and externally enhanced by several “push” factors or factors of attraction (to Yoruba land)which shall in turn be examined.
Chapter Summaries
CHAPTER ONE: BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY: This chapter introduces the research by framing it within the context of inter-group relations in Nigeria, specifically detailing the study's objectives, significance, and methodological approach.
CHAPTER TWO: THE GEOGRAPHY AND EARLY SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL HISTORY OF AGO-PANU: This chapter provides a historical and geographical overview of Ago-Panu, examining the community's traditional origins, pre-colonial socio-political structure, and early agricultural and market systems.
CHAPTER THREE: EBIRA FACTOR IN AGO-PANU: This chapter analyzes the push and pull factors leading to Ebira migration to Ago-Panu and evaluates the profound economic and socio-political impacts the migrants had on the region between 1943 and 1960.
CHAPTER FOUR: CONCLUSION: This chapter synthesizes the study's findings, highlighting how the Ebira migration transformed Ago-Panu’s societal landscape and emphasizing the successful integration and contribution of the migrants to the local economy and structure.
Keywords
Ago-Panu, Ebira, Owo, Colonial Period, Labour Migration, Inter-group Relations, Agriculture, Socio-political Organization, Economy, Local History, Nigeria, Land Tenure, Market Development, Migrants, Colonial Exploitation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this historical research?
The research focuses on the history of Ebira migration to Ago-Panu, Owo, during the colonial era between 1943 and 1960, examining the interactions between the migrants and the host Yoruba community.
What are the primary themes discussed in this work?
The study covers themes such as labour migration, the transition to a colonial money economy, changes in land use, agricultural development, and the formation of a unique socio-political administrative structure.
What is the main research objective?
The primary objective is to analyze the factors behind the Ebira migration and to assess their economic, social, and political influence on the development of Ago-Panu during the specified period.
Which research methods were employed?
The study utilizes a descriptive historical approach, relying on both primary sources, such as oral interviews with community members, and secondary sources, including academic books and unpublished dissertations.
What does the main body of the work cover?
The main body investigates the geographical and political background of Ago-Panu, the specific motivations for Ebira migration, their integration into the local farming economy, and their organized community leadership systems.
Which keywords define this study?
Key terms include Ago-Panu, Ebira, Owo, Colonialism, Labour Migration, inter-group relations, and agricultural expansion.
How was the administrative structure of Ago-Panu organized during this time?
The structure functioned under an Obabiire (an Owo native), but was heavily populated and managed at the lower levels by Ebira leaders, including the Oga Udi, Onuto, and a Community Chairman, reflecting a dual-ethnic management system.
What was the importance of the market system in Ago-Panu?
The establishment of the Owode market in 1953 by Obabiire Aliu was pivotal, as it facilitated commercial expansion for Ebira farmers and simplified the distribution of farm produce in the Owo hinterland.
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- Afeez Tope Raji (Autor), 2014, A History of the Ebira in Ago-Panu (Owo) 1943-1960, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/512769
