Moliyili
Historical learning centre in Dagbon, Ghana
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Moliyili also known as University of Moliyili was a historical centre of learning and craftsmanship in the West African kingdom of Dagbon.[1][2][3] Presently, it is located within the Yendi Municipal District. Moliyili flourished during the 18th and 19th centuries, and played a significant role in the kingdom's intellectual and cultural development. It had a clerical hierarchy administering educational centres led by the Yidan Moli.[3] Today, the Yidan Moli is the head clergy officiating the Damba festival[4] of the Yaa Naa, the king of Dagbon, who resides in the Gbewaa Palace of Northern Ghana.[5]
Moliyili | |
| Type | Public |
|---|---|
| Established | 1700s |
| Founder | Yidan Mole Buba (Abubakar) |
| Chancellor | Yaa Naa |
| Vice-Chancellor | Yidan Moli |
| Location | , , 9.4419°N 0.0097°W |
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Etymology
Moliyili means "House of the Learned" in the Dagbani language (derived from moli - learned person, and yili - house).[2]