Eyo (also known as Eyo Festival)

The Eyo Festival, also known as Eyo Festival, is a traditional Nigerian cultural event held in Lagos. It features participants dressed in elaborate white attire and traditional masks, symbolizing ancestral spirits. The festival celebrates Lagos' history, honors its ancestors, and marks significant events like the ascension of a new Oba (king). Eyo participants parade through the streets, performing dances and rituals that preserve Yoruba cultural heritage. The festival fosters community pride and unity, attracting locals and tourists alike, and holds deep spiritual and social significance for the Yoruba people.