Ada
Ada
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The Ada is a symbol of authority usually borne in the presence of the Ọba by a designated holder, the Omada, which translates as ‘Ada bearer’. The Ọba has almost exclusive rights to the use of the Ada, except when he permits a chief to possess one. Therefore the Ada is greater than the Ebẹn.

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36_60B125
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