Every year, two days after Eid-Al-Adha (Ileya), Ijebu-Ode comes alive with Ojude Oba — a festival where Yoruba tradition meets vibrant celebration. It’s a homecoming for many, filled with family, culture, and joy.
Here’s what to expect as the 2025 edition draws near:
1. The Regberegbe Parade
Over 90 age-grade groups dazzle in coordinated fashion, drumming, and dance as they pay homage to the Awujale. More than a parade, it’s a powerful symbol of unity and generational pride.
2. The Balogun Families
Hear the thunder of drums and see the gallant Balogun warlord families arrive on horseback. Their entrance is a moving tribute to courage, strength, and the rich history of Ijebuland.
3. Childlike Happiness, Powered by Maltina
Reunite with loved ones through storytelling, being your unguarded self with people that truly matters, family games, and moments of pure nostalgia. Maltina brings back the sweet happiness of childhood celebrations to make your Ojude Oba even more memorable.
4. Steeze Everywhere
There is a reason Ojude Oba appears on fashion blogs and mood boards every year. This is not your average owambe. It is tradition with an edge. People come to make a statement with every piece of clothing or accessory, from fabric to jewellery, with poise.
Last year, Farooq Oreagba’s regal look, tattoos, and effortless swagger from his now-legendary entrance on horseback lit up timelines, sparking global conversations around Yoruba pride and turning him into a cultural icon overnight.
This year, there is buzz already. Who will be next? What look will break the internet? We can’t wait to find out!
5. Living Culture and Community
More than history, Ojude Oba is evolving. Designers, photographers, and young creators keep the culture fresh and exciting, blending past and present in every beat and outfit.
So, whether you come in damask or aso-oke, on foot or horseback, with childhood friends or your entire clan, come with an open heart because at Ojude Oba, the joy is not just in the spectacle. Bring sunglasses, cap, sunscreen, a power bank, and a hand fan to stay cool. Stay hydrated with a refreshing bottle of Maltina and keep safety in mind.
Ojude Oba is a celebration of identity, connection, and pride. Whether you come on foot or horseback, alone or with your clan, come with joy in your heart — because here, you belong.
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