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2) Osun

Picture 1: Osun State flag


The seven cowries represent the seven grandsons of Olofin Oduduwa. Their military valour, diplomatic dexterity and trade mastery created wealth and resulted in their expansive kingdom.

The Brown Colour represents the colour of the earth and tone of the skin.

The Ori Olokun stands for the common origin of the Yoruba and their dexterity in technology.

The Colour Band which is the Pan-African flag consists of official colours of the African race: the colour red represents the blood bond among Africans. The colour black depicts the existence of the black race; the colour green denotes the abundance of wealth on the continent of Africa; The gold depicts the abundant mineral resources of Africa.


Picture 2: Osun State coat of arms


The Osun State coat of arms is adapted from the Western Region coat of arms.

The two elephants in the Coat of Arms symbolise strength, service and humility.

The brown colour emphasises the unity of our skin and the soil. A clear testimony that we own the earth.

The cocoa tree symbolises agriculture and the natural resources of the land.

The Y on the shield represents River Niger and Benue which symbolise the link between State of Osun and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

The lion stands for Yoruba nobility, dignity and courage while its cushion of ferns represents the traditional lair of an African Lion and the richness of our land.

The two symbols of the Chief’s sword (Ida) and The Mace embody the spirit and purpose of Osun. The Sword is the symbol of the Obas while the Mace is the symbol of the Legislative Arm of Government and the power of the common people as expressed by their elected representative.

The Ori Olokun stands for the common origin of the Yoruba and their dexterity in technology, while the garland surrounding it symbolises chivalry and triumph.

The Timber represents the vegetation as a rain forest zone.

The Indigo colour (Aro) of the upper part of the shield symbolises the common Adire wear in Yorubaland while the Ruby Red colour (Alaari) of the lower part of the shield signifies nobility.

The Motto; Liberty & Service shows these are guaranteed for the people by the government while Justice is moral rightness based on fairness and equity to all irrespective of their status, gender or religion.


Picture 3: Osun State Government logo



Osun State anthem

Ise wa fun ile wa
Fun Ile Ibi Wa
Ka gbee ga
Ka gbee ga
Ka gbee ga fun aye ri

Igbagbo wa ni pe
Bati beru la bomo
Ka sise
Ka sise
Ka sise ka jo la

Isokan ati ominira
Ni ke je ka maa lepa
Tesiwaju f opo ire
Ati ohun to dara

Omo Oodua dide
Bo si ipo eto re
Iwo ni imole
Gbogbo Adulawo


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XsZ1PV8Ak0



Picture 4: You can see the Osun State coat of arms in the seal behind former governor Rauf Aregbesola.

naptu2:
13) Kaduna State

Picture 1: Kaduna/North Central State flag (1967-1975)



Picture 2: Kaduna/North Central State coat of arms (1967-1975)





Picture 3: Kaduna State coat of arms (2015-present).


The distinctive features of the logo include its

motto: Work and Worship;

green vegetation, which means Agriculture, Economy, Abundance and conservation.

Crocodile stands for Strength, Resilience, Indestructibility and Ancestry;

while cattle implies Fertility, Abundance and Nourishment.



Picture 4: Kaduna State Government logo

spy24:
I like that zamfara coat of arm

naptu2:
Picture 1: Zamfara State governor’s seal

Pictures 2-4: Tweets by former governor Bello Matawale.

naptu2:
20: Abuja.

naptu2:
20: Abuja.