AJE-OLOKUN AS A DEITY FOR SWEARING AMONG THE YORUBA NATIVES
AJE-OLOKUN AS A DEITY FOR SWEARING AMONG THE YORUBA NATIVES

Summary/Abstract: Using historical approach and qualitative methods, the paper examines the power of Aje-Olokun as a deity for swearing among the Yoruba natives. The article identified and explained three different methods through which invocation of Aje- Olokun can be done during swearing in order to solve controversial issues with regard to lying and stealing. The consequences of swearing falsely were also discussed. The paper also proposes cultural documentation of the traditional administration of Justice through deities for the preservation of knowledge for future generations. The administration of the traditional swearing methods through deities was advocated to be incorporated in the modern Criminal Justice System. The research investigation of other deities and their relevancies in administration of justice was also recommended.

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