The equestrian parade at the Ojude Oba festival held on June 8, 2025 is not a case of mere showmanship but a presentation of the century-old honour and heritage.
What many may not know is that the horse riding display at Ojude Oba is part and parcel of the Ijebu tradition, especially from ages back when royal families and warriors were accorded their well-deserved respect.
The Baloguns, the Eleshins: their equestrian parade on the pavilion is a symbol of strength, unity, and most importantly, power.
Power because their roots run deep and their place in history remains undefeated, for as long as they continue to show up and display their glorious heritage at the King’s Forecourt.
All of them understand the assignment. The crowd loves the presentation; the energy feeds the crowd to cheer even further. It’s pure tradition at its finest.
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