서아프리카의 요루바족이나 에도족 사이에서 세습되는 추장 또는 군주로, 정치적 및 영적 권위를 동시에 지닌 지도자.
A hereditary ruler or king among the Yoruba and Edo peoples of West Africa, often holding both political and spiritual authority.
예문:
"The Oba of Benin continues to play a significant ceremonial role in modern Nigeria."
"During the festival, the local Oba appeared in full traditional regalia to bless the harvest."