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PHOTOS: Ojude Oba Festival, Ijebu-Ode (2024)

The Ojude Oba festival is an annual cultural and religious celebration held by the Ijebu people in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria. Typically occurring on the third day after the Muslim festival of Eid al-Adha, the Ojude Oba festival is a vibrant display of Ijebu culture, history, and heritage.

Key Activities of the Ojude Oba Festival:

  1. Parades and Processions: Different age groups and families dress in colorful traditional attire and march to the palace of the Awujale, the paramount ruler of Ijebuland.

  2. Horse Riding Displays: Notable families showcase their horse riding skills in a ceremonial display, often to the delight of spectators.

  3. Musical Performances: Traditional and contemporary music performances are a central part of the festivities.

  4. Cultural Displays: There are various cultural dances, drumming, and displays of local crafts and foods.

  5. Homage to the Awujale: Participants pay their respects to the Awujale, acknowledging his role and leadership.

The Ojude Oba festival not only fosters a sense of unity and pride among the Ijebu people but also attracts tourists and dignitaries from across Nigeria and beyond, contributing to the cultural richness and tourism appeal of the region.

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