Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun at the Ojude Oba. Photo: X | Dapo Abiodun
In a spectacular celebration of heritage, culture and royalty, prominent Nigerians including Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun; and Seyi, son of President Bola Tinubu, joined sons and daughters of Ijebuland for the 2026 edition of the Ojude Oba festival on Friday, May 29, 2026.
The annual festival, which is held shortly after the Muslim Eid al-Kabir celebration, once again transformed the streets of Ijebu-Ode into a colourful tapestry of tradition, pomp, and pageantry.
Ojude Oba, which literally translates as “the front of the King’s palace,” dates back over a century. Historically, the festival began as a way for the Ijebu people to pay homage to the Awujale, the paramount ruler of Ijebuland, after the Eid celebration. What started as a simple gathering of gratitude and loyalty has evolved into one of Nigeria’s most iconic cultural festivals, showcasing the unity, fashion, and resilience of the Ijebu people both at home and in the Diaspora.
This year’s edition was no different, as attendees arrived in breathtaking style. Many rode on beautiful horses, their riders adorned in rich traditional fabrics, exuding elegance and cultural pride as they made their way to the palace. Related News ‘Ogun attracting local, diaspora investments’ Abiodun mourns APC south-west women leader VIDEO: Dapo Abiodun, Seyi Tinubu arrive Ojude Oba festival
