In Yoruba mythology, the story of Odùduwà is a foundational narrative that recounts the creation of the Earth, specifically the sacred city of Ife, which is considered the cradle of the Yoruba people. According to the myth, in the beginning, the Earth was covered by water, and the gods resided in heaven (Òrún).Olódùmarè, the supreme deity, decided it was time to create the world and sent Odùduwà on a divine mission to transform the watery chaos into solid land. To accomplish this, Olódùmarè equi