Indigenes of Ibadan under the auspices of Ibadan Mega Voice (IMV) have advised masquerades and their followers to shun hooliganism and thuggery during this year's Egungun festival. The annual traditional Egungun festival kicked off in Ibadan on Sunday with masquerades scheduled to visit some notable places in the ancient city.
Indigenes of Ibadan under the auspices of Ibadan Mega Voice have advised masquerades and their followers to shun hooliganism and thuggery during this year's Egungun festival. The annual traditional Egungun festival kicked off in Ibadan on Sunday with masquerades scheduled to visit some notable places in the ancient city. Some of the places to be visited are the family compound of the Olubadan-designate, Owolabi Akinloye Olakulehin at the Ita Baale area of Ibadan .
Olomide in the statement made available to DAILY POST on Monday, advised the masquerades and their followers to 'shun hooliganism and thuggery during and after the annual Egungun festival'. He added, 'This annual celebration of cultural heritage brings together the community in unity and pride. 'The festival highlights the revered Ibadan Egungun masquerades, symbolizing our rich traditions and history. It serves as a testament to the resilience and identity of the Ibadan people.
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