What title was held by the supreme generalissimo and commander-in-chief of the imperial armed forces of the Old Oyo Empire?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Aare Ona Kakanfo
- Step 1: The Aare Ona Kakanfo was the supreme field marshal of Oyo, appointed by the Alaafin. Step 2. By tradition, he was forbidden from residing in the capital city (to prevent military coups) and was sworn to either conquer on campaign or commit suicide in defeat. Answer: Aare Ona Kakanfo. Why not the others: Balogun is a general/war chief in later Yoruba towns; Otunba is a princely title in Ijebu; Asiwaju means frontline leader.
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