Olu Ginuwa

Olu Ginuwa (also known as Iginuwa) was an Itsekiri king and the first Olu of Warri. He was the eldest son of Oba Olua, the 14th Oba of Benin (reigned 1473–1480 A.D.) and was the Heir Apparent to the throne of the Great Benin Kingdom.

He migrated from the Benin Kingdom and was crowned the first Olu of Warri. He reigned for a period of 30 years, from 1480 to 1510.

Succession

• Olu Ginuwa was succeeded by his son, Olu Ijijen (Ogbowuru).
• Another of his sons, Olu Irame, became king after Olu Ijijen joined his ancestors.

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