Prince Tajudeen Oluyole Olusi is a seasoned politician. But behind his politics is his grasp of the history of Lagos. He has authored so many essays and books, which document and provides insights into an understanding of why things are the way they are.

Over the years, many have, in their own construct, written the history of Lagos. Prince Olusi has, however, gone beyond just knowing Lagos, but providing details about the emergence of obaship in the town.

In the book, Essays and Evidences Relating To Lagos Obaship and Chieftaincies, the history of Lagos, societal events, issues and traditions of Lagos are succinctly captured. It goes deeper into providing gray areas in oba and chieftaincy appointment.

Not being categorical about dates in which the obas so discussed emerged; he concentrates on the intrigues, dynastic rivalries and succession disputes and controversies following emergence of some obas, some of whom he unveils in the essay Evidencies.

Part one of the book is devoted to essays, while the second part is devoted to evidences, especially as it affects Lagos Obaship and Chieftaincies. His 258-page book was first published in 2019. The reprint was done in 2023.

Part one is made up of essays such as, a review of the book, EKO, Landmarks of Lagos, Nigeria.

In the second essay, he traces the history of Adamu Orisa Play of Lagos ‘Eyo’. In 10 pages, he captures the emergence of the play tradition, its performances, the ritual and every thing about its activities.

From page 17, he pays tribute to the late Oba Oyekan II. But beyond his tribute, he also looks at the emergence of different chieftaincy titles and their ranking in the scheme of things.

He also looks at issues such as conflict resolution. The book is not just a compendium on Lagos; it gives that air of confidence of a writer who has the history of his community, town and village in his hand. And this is what dominates the entire space of the book in the evidences that the writer provides to prove wrong doings in some appointments.

Written in lucid language, the book is a good material for scholars and researchers.