About Ado
Ado was a Nigerian monarch.
Oba Ado (original Bini name was Edo) who reigned from 1630-1669 was the second Oba of Lagos. He was son of Ashipa an Awori-Isheri Chieftain appointed as the first ruler of Eko by the Oba of Benin and a Daughter of the Oba of Benin. Ado's son, Gabaro was the third Oba of Lagos.
Second Oba of Lagos Ado collected yearly tributes from his subjects which in turn were remitted to the Oba of Benin as tribute.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ado?
''2Nd'' Oba of Lagos
When was Ado born?
Ado was born in Benin Empire.
When did Ado die?
Ado died in 1755.
What was Ado's occupation?
Ado was a monarch.
What nationality was Ado?
Ado was Nigerian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ado. https://biography.guide/ado/
MLA: "Ado." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ado/.
Chicago: "Ado." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/ado/.
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