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The Ikorodu Oga Festival is an annual cultural celebration held in Ikorodu, a city located in Lagos State, Nigeria. The festival was founded in 1992 under the leadership of Asiwaju B. O. Benson (SAN), a significant event in the city's cultural calendar, showcasing the rich heritage and traditions of the Ikorodu people.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Nigeria |first=Guardian |date=2016-11-12 |title=All set for Ikorodu Oga Festival |url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/all-set-for-ikorodu-oga-festival/ |access-date=2025-01-08 |website=The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News |language=en-US}}</ref> Also, it is the most attended festival amongst the festivals in Ikorodu.<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Enoch |first=Oyeduntan Adewunmi |last2=Ifeanyi |first2=Anorue Luke |last3=Olajumoke |first3=Idowu Olayinka |last4=Mutairu |first4=Balogun Bidemi |last5=Fatima |first5=Lasisi Bukola |last6=Victor |first6=Okunbo |date=2022-04-25 |title=Knowledge, attitude, and behaviour towards nutrition radio programmes in mothers of children under five years with severe acute malnutrition in Northern Nigeria |url=https://doi.org/10.31246/mjn-2021-0022 |journal=Malaysian Journal of Nutrition |volume=28 |issue=1 |doi=10.31246/mjn-2021-0022 |issn=1394-035X}}</ref> The '''Ikorodu Oga Festival''' is an annual cultural celebration held in Ikorodu, a city located in Lagos State, Nigeria. The festival was founded in 1992 under the leadership of Asiwaju B. O. Benson (SAN), a significant event in the city's cultural calendar, showcasing the rich heritage and traditions of the Ikorodu people.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Nigeria |first=Guardian |date=2016-11-12 |title=All set for Ikorodu Oga Festival |url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/all-set-for-ikorodu-oga-festival/ |access-date=2025-01-08 |website=The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News |language=en-US}}</ref> Also, it is the most attended festival amongst the festivals in Ikorodu.<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Enoch |first=Oyeduntan Adewunmi |last2=Ifeanyi |first2=Anorue Luke |last3=Olajumoke |first3=Idowu Olayinka |last4=Mutairu |first4=Balogun Bidemi |last5=Fatima |first5=Lasisi Bukola |last6=Victor |first6=Okunbo |date=2022-04-25 |title=Knowledge, attitude, and behaviour towards nutrition radio programmes in mothers of children under five years with severe acute malnutrition in Northern Nigeria |url=https://doi.org/10.31246/mjn-2021-0022 |journal=Malaysian Journal of Nutrition |volume=28 |issue=1 |doi=10.31246/mjn-2021-0022 |issn=1394-035X}}</ref>


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The Ikorodu Oga Festival is significant for several reason. partricular Cultural preservation: The Ikorodu Oga Festival is significant for several reason. partricular Cultural preservation:


* Economic benefits * Economic benefits
* Community building * Community building


== Reference == == References ==
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The Ikorodu Oga Festival is an annual cultural celebration held in Ikorodu, a city located in Lagos State, Nigeria. The festival was founded in 1992 under the leadership of Asiwaju B. O. Benson (SAN), a significant event in the city's cultural calendar, showcasing the rich heritage and traditions of the Ikorodu people. Also, it is the most attended festival amongst the festivals in Ikorodu.

History

The Ikorodu Oga Festival has its roots in the city's history, dating back to the 16th century when Ikorodu was a major trading center. The festival would kick off with Woro Carnival, followed by Oga Social Night. Other activities slated for the festival week include a complimentary medical check-up, a musical and drama fiesta, and Indigenous reunion day. These events will culminate in a grand finale on Saturday, November 19, to be held at the Ayangbure Palace Pavilion, marking the climax of the celebration.

Celebrations

The Ikorodu Oga Festival is typically celebrated over a period of seven days, featuring a range of activities, including Traditional processions featuring traditional dancers, musicians, and masquerades. Cultural performances also includes Music, dance, and drama performances showcasing the city's rich cultural heritage.

Significance

The Ikorodu Oga Festival is significant for several reason. partricular Cultural preservation:

  • Economic benefits
  • Community building

References

  1. Nigeria, Guardian (2016-11-12). "All set for Ikorodu Oga Festival". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2025-01-08.
  2. Enoch, Oyeduntan Adewunmi; Ifeanyi, Anorue Luke; Olajumoke, Idowu Olayinka; Mutairu, Balogun Bidemi; Fatima, Lasisi Bukola; Victor, Okunbo (2022-04-25). "Knowledge, attitude, and behaviour towards nutrition radio programmes in mothers of children under five years with severe acute malnutrition in Northern Nigeria". Malaysian Journal of Nutrition. 28 (1). doi:10.31246/mjn-2021-0022. ISSN 1394-035X.
  3. "Home". ikoroduoga.net. Retrieved 2025-01-08.
  4. Awosiyan, Kunle (2023-11-13). "Ikorodu Oga Day: Unveiling Tradition And Unity". Echonews Newspapers Community News. Retrieved 2025-01-08.
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