Ilara-Mokin


Ilara-Mokin is a town located in a central part of Ifedore local government of Ondo State. Ilara-Mokin is well known for her rich and preserved culture, academics, agriculture and tourism. Ilara-Mokin is about 12 km from Ondo state capital, and has Ipogun, Ipinsa, Ikota, Ibule-Soro and Ero as neighbouring towns.

History

The first Alara of Ilara Mokin, Obalufon Modulua Olutipin, led his people from Ile Ife to their current location.
The people of Ilara Mokin celebrate many holidays. The first one is Mokin Day, which takes place in the month of November. Next is "Odun Ijesu" which translates as Holiday of Eating Yam, which celebrates a successful harvest. This is celebrated in the first week of September. It is referred as "Ijesu" because the major crop grown as sold are Yams, and it is also a staple food.
Another festival is known as "Ajalemogun" in honor of the deity of that same name. Many rituals, which are now frowned upon, are said to be appeasing the deity and bring peace, joy, and prosperity to the land.

Administration

Ilara-Mokin is ruled by the Alara of Ilara Mokin, currently Oba Abiodun Aderemi Adefehinti, Agbekorun II, who has been ruling since 17 July 1998, after succeeding Alara Oba Solomon Ojopagogo Afinbiokin, Adeyeye II. Surrounding him is a cabinet a chiefs, listed below in ranking order:
There are also chiefs that represent the hunters, farmers, and blacksmiths

Geography

Ilara Mokin is a fertile rich grassland and forest. It is surrounded to the north by the towns of Igbara Oke and Ero. To the south includes the towns of Isarun, Ikota, Ibule Soro, and a few miles, the Ondo State capital Akure.

Education

Primary and Secondary Education

Notable People