Sekhmakh Messi, (-1581, -1517) was a fire keeper in Ife.
Sekhmakh believed in Animism.
She was rich, and owned many houses, many goods. Among these possessions, she began an art collection. She was considered a standard citizen of their society, with as much power than most of the people. She was known to have a good technical knowledge of their job and some pieces of general knowledge. She could read and write a little bit. She had a frail body, unfit for physical duties. She was iron-willed, achieving any goal she set.
Sekhmakh, 56 years old, fire keeper, became the new leader of the family.
In the year -1517, Sekhmakh decided to improve her knowledge. She found a mentor that teached her many new useful and wonderful things. Later, Sekhmakh was given a temporary position in the leading of Ife. On the first day of the month after, Sekhmakh was given a temporary position in the leading of Ife.
Sekhmakh died in her bed, with all her friends by her side.