Nigerian celebrities on Friday graced the 2026 Oujude Oba in grand style, as the annual cultural celebration once again drew a colourful mix of traditional royalty, entertainers, and high-profile personalities.
The ancient town of Ijebu‑Ode in Ogun State came alive as indigenes, dignitaries, and guests gathered for the Ojude Oba Festival.
The festival is usually held on the third day after Eid‑el‑Kabir; the celebration is a homage to the Awujale of Ijebuland, the paramount ruler. It blends religion, history, and fashion, with horse‑riding families and cultural troupes.
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Celebrities That Graced the Event
Farooq Uregba a.ka “King of Steeze”, rode in on horseback, dazzling in green and yellow agbada with coral beads, embodying the equestrian tradition that defines Ojude Oba.
Senator Eniola Badmus, popularly known as “Badoski” graced the arena in a flowing blue agbada with gold accents, crowned by a beaded headpiece — a powerful blend of politics and culture.
Tayo Odueke known as “Shikiratu Sindodo” stunned in a velvet agbada embroidered with pink floral motifs, paired with a dramatic gele and coral beads, radiating feminine elegance.
Toyin Alausa radiated in a yellow outfit with bold floral patterns, crowned with a lavish gele and fan, embodying elegance and grace as proudly Omo Ijebu.
Akin Faminu dazzled in a bold striped agbada of red, yellow, and black, riding with poise and jewellery that amplified his cultural presence.
Rotimi Salami describes his looks as Proud Son of the Soil. He embodied royalty in a long blue robe with red and gold accents, crowned with a cap and staff, standing as a proud son of the soil.
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Adeniyi Johnson tagged as Royal brand ” Oti awon Agba”. He appeared in vibrant blue and yellow regalia, riding with Seaman’s branding, showing how tradition and modern identity can coexist.
