[2] He established a military camp on Lagos Island, which served as a strategic location for empire expansion and trade control.

[4] Orhogbua was born in Benin City, the eldest son of Oba Esigie and Queen Elaba, the second Iyoba at lower Uselu palace.

He faced challenges from towns and villages that failed to pay their yearly tribute, leading him to march against them with an army.

[1] He appointed his grandson, Ashipa (referred to as Esikpa by Jacob Egharevba), as the Eleko of Eko, giving him authority over the camp and its inhabitants.

The first English traders to visit Benin in 1553 were hosted by him, led by Captain Charles Windham.

[11] He allowed the few Benin Christians in his kingdom but did not permit them to baptise his children and wives.

[2] Orhogbua contributed to the expansion of the Benin Empire and the development of trade in the region.

[10] He had an impact on the history and culture of other neighbouring states, such as Warri, Mahin, and Isheri.