sentences:  According to Oyo tales, the empire was attacked by the King of Nupe, Lajomo, during Ajiboyede's time in office.Originally, the battle was going in favor of the invaders until a bit of trickery and heroism by Ajanlapa, the Osi-wefa, changed the course and gave favor to the Oyos.To commemorate Ajanlapa's valor in war, the King created a special honor in the palace for Ajanlapa's son.