The Governor of Ogun state, Dapo Abiodun, has described cultural festivals like Ojude Oba as vital tools for stimulating the local economy and enhancing global recognition. Speaking on Sunday at the 2025 edition of the Ojude Oba Festival in Ijebu-Ode, Abiodun reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to promoting cultural heritage—not just for the Ijebu people but for the benefit of humanity …

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. …

The Minister of Culture, Art and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa-Musawa, on Tuesday, said the Federal Government would activate plans to list the annual Ojude Oba Festival as one of those approved and supported by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Represented by the Director of Cultural Agencies and Heritage, Dr Ben Anama, at the 2024 edition …

The market leader in Nigeria’s food and beverage industry, Rite Foods Limited has thrown its weight behind the 2023 edition of the annual Ojude Oba festival celebrated by the Ijebu people of the South West region of the country. The festival is a rich cultural heritage that dates back to over two centuries. In line with its tradition of support …

After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19 restrictions, the ancient city of Ijebu-Ode went agog on Monday with spectacular displays, pomp and pageantry as the Ojude-Oba festival returned.  The colourful event that was energised, refreshed and serenaded by Nigeria’s beverage giant, Rite Foods’ Limited, the official beverage sponsor of the festival, which provided assorted flavours of refreshment for every moment …

After a two-year break, Ojude Oba festival has made a spectacular return in the  ancient town of Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, where Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday urged the Southwest to support All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Sanwo-Olu was the Special Guest of Honour. The palace of Awujale, the paramount traditional ruler of Ijebu …