The Ijebu Igbo people of Ogun State held their first Ojude Oba Festival on Monday, July 11, after a two-year break forced by the coronavirus pandemic.
Hosted by the state governor, Dapo Abiodun, this year’s edition has Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State as its guest of honour.
Dressed in colourful Yoruba traditional wear, the guests would be entertained by popular veteran Apala singer, Haruna Ishola, as well as Fuji musician, Obesere. and singer Teni Makanaki.
This year’s festival begins with the Ojude Oba Day Parade at the Awujale’s Pavilion before the music concert at the Equity Resort, Ijebu Ode, Ogun State.
Watch videos posted on social media below:
The Colorful Ojude Oba Event is really a big deal to the Ijebus, the joy and happiness here is really sweet to watch … The Outfits are so so beautiful … #OjudeOba2022 pic.twitter.com/nOa0F0jSkf
— Jubril A. Gawat (@Mr_JAGs) July 11, 2022
Joining my Age Group – Rẹgbẹ Rẹgbẹ, Ẹgbẹ́ Bọbáguntẹ to pay homage to His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland at the ongoing Ojude Oba pic.twitter.com/trsd9oVNHG
— Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun – MFR (@dabiodunMFR) July 11, 2022
