Oggun 💚💚 Afro-Cuban Class

Oggun

In Yoruba religion, Ogun is a primordial orisha .

In his earthly life Ogun is said to be the first king of Ife. 

Ifẹ̀ is an ancient  Yoruba city in south-western Nigeria. The city is located in present-day Osun State.

He is the god of war and metals.

Ogun is the traditional deity of warriors, hunters and blacksmiths .

Traditionally Ogun's colours are green, red, and black.

He disappeared into the earth at a place called Ire-Ekiti, with the promise to help those who call on his name.

Ire Ekiti, situated in Ekiti State, southwest Nigeria, is a town supposedly founded by the Yoruba deity Ogun.

Oggun day 💚 June 29 .