Thousands gathered on Sunday in an ancient town in south-west Nigeria for a spectacular display of culture, colour and tradition.
The Ojude Oba festival in Ijebu-Ode, brought together locals and visitors to pay homage to the Awujale - the traditional ruler of the Ijebu people.
This union of drummers, musicians and dancers coupled with a fashion parade told a tale of people deeply connected to their roots.
Ojude Oba - a Yoruba phrase meaning "the kings forecourt" - began over two centuries ago.
Earmarked for the third day after Eid, this was originally a modest gathering of the Muslim faithful, thanking the king for allowing them to practise their religion freely.
