In Aiyetoro, the sound of children’s laughter once echoed through the sandy streets and across the lagoon. Childhood in the “Happy City” was simple, joyful, and deeply tied to the rhythm of the sea. For generations, play was not just recreation—it was a way of…
Every community has a founding figure whose presence continues to echo through time. For Ayetoro, that figure is Oba Ethiopia O. Peter, the first Ogeloyinbo and the spiritual anchor of the Happy City. His leadership gave the community its direction, its strength, and its soul.…
The sea has always been Ayetoro’s neighbour, but today, it has become its greatest enemy. Once called “The Happy City” and admired for its faith, unity, and communal vision, Ayetoro is now on the brink of disappearance. More than 90 per cent of the community…
