Carnival is a public celebration of a people with the purpose of showcasing their persons, culture and heritage of excellence in all raminification in a convivial mood. It however incorporates street parade, fashionsence, dancing, parties and other forms of entertainments. Ojude Oba Carnival in Ijebu-Ode is, of course, the most glamorous event celebrated in the historical city annually since 1896. …

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday said beyond just promoting the nation’s rich cultural heritage, the Nigerian carnival industry also has enormous potential to drive national unity and cohesion and empower the youths. To this effect, he pledged that the government is positioning the country’s carnival industry to tap from the global carnival market, estimated at $5 billion, as a …