Olojo Festival

Olojo Festival is a vibrant Yoruba cultural celebration held annually in Okene, Nigeria. It honors Amiware, the goddess of the moon and fertility, and marks the beginning of a new year. The festival features colorful masquerades, traditional music, dance performances, and elaborate rituals that showcase the community’s heritage and spiritual beliefs. Participants wear intricate costumes and masks, embodying ancestral spirits and deities. Olojo serves as a time for unity, renewal, and cultural pride, drawing visitors and locals alike to observe and participate in this rich, centuries-old tradition.