The Akarigberi:Formidable administrative class of chiefs of the kingdom of Lagos Island(Isale eko)

In the traditional governance structure of Lagos Island(Isale eko) kingdom

The Akarigbere is the first of four classes of White Cap Chiefs who serve under the Oba of Lagos. 

The Akarigbere are primarily recognized as the political, administrative and kingmakers of the Lagos islands (Isale eko) kingdom.

They are responsible for the are responsible for the following

1. Coronation

2.Civil Administration

3.Cultural Preservation

• The leading chief of the Akarigbere is the Eletu Odibo, who acts as the “prime minister” to the Oba and the chief installing officer.
• Other prominent titles within this class include the Eletu Iwashe, Eletu Ika, Ologun Agbaje, and Olorogun Adodo.

Historically,the Akarigberi’s help maintain the sanctity of the transition from one administration to the other.

Notable Akarigberi’s are:

Chief Ismail Nosiru Ayeni as the Eletu Odibo.

• Chief Adebola Alabi Dosumu as the Olorogun Adodo.
• Arc. Gbolahan Oki as the Ogboni Iduntafa.