Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, and Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, were among dignitaries present at the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State.
According to channelstv.com, Seyi Tinubu’s arrival at the festival generated excitement among young attendees who cheered as he made his way into the venue.
Also present at the event was APC governorship candidate Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, who arrived at the festival grounds alongside his supporters and acknowledged the crowd.
Fashion entrepreneur and socialite Farooq Oreagba, popularly called “Mr Steeze”, also made a dramatic entrance on horseback, once again drawing attention from festivalgoers.
Oreagba appeared in a white agbada paired with a purple cap, maintaining his now-famous cultural style with a cigarette in hand during the horse ride.
As the event gathered momentum, several groups and age grades prepared for their colourful processions in coordinated aso-oke, lace and richly adorned traditional outfits.
The parades remain one of the major highlights of the festival, reflecting unity, prestige, and family heritage among the Ijebu people.
The famous Balogun horse-riding families were also expected to showcase displays associated with martial heritage, wealth, and prestige.
Music performances, drumming, dancing, and social gatherings also continued around the venue as more guests arrived for the celebration.
Videos and images captured by Channels Television showed the vibrant atmosphere as different groups entered the venue in coordinated attire featuring flowing agbadas, colourful gele and intricately designed beaded accessories.
This year’s Ojude Oba Festival is particularly symbolic as it is the first edition since the death of the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona.
Despite the ongoing royal transition, organisers had earlier insisted that the festival would continue in honour of the late monarch’s legacy and his commitment to preserving Ijebu culture.
