Gulab Singh vs Oba Ademola II

Gulab Singh, as a general under the Sikh Empire, led campaigns to conquer Ladakh and Baltistan. These territories were annexed to his domain, expanding his control into the Himalayas and Central Asia.

Gulab Singh's forces captured Gilgit, a strategic region in the Karakoram. This annexation extended his territory to the borders of Afghanistan and China, securing control over key trade routes.

After the First Anglo-Sikh War, the British East India Company recognized Gulab Singh as the independent Maharaja of Jammu and Kashmir through the Treaty of Amritsar. He paid 7.5 million rupees for the territory, becoming the first ruler of the princely state.

During the Indian Rebellion of 1857, Gulab Singh remained loyal to the British and suppressed revolts within his territory. He provided troops and resources to the British, strengthening his position as a loyal princely ruler.

Oba Ademola II was installed as the Alake of Abeokuta under British colonial administration. His reign lasted over 40 years, making him one of the longest-serving traditional rulers in colonial Nigeria.

Oba Ademola II faced the Abeokuta Women's Revolt, a protest against colonial taxation and the Alake's authority. The revolt, led by Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, forced the Alake to temporarily abdicate and led to reforms in local governance.

Oba Ademola II was restored to the throne of Abeokuta after a period of abdication following the Women's Revolt. His return was negotiated with British authorities and local leaders, but his powers were reduced under the new colonial arrangements.