By NAN
The Yoruba community in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja and its environs, on Saturday, 21st June 2025, held its Annual Cultural Festival to showcase the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Yoruba people.
The President of the Yoruba Community in Abuja and Environs, Aare Abdulhakeem Adetunji Mosabolatan, in his remarks, said the 3rd Yoruba Cultural Festival is a testament to the community’s resilience, creativity, and unity. He called for cultural harmony as a means to unlock economic potential for a brighter future.
“Our rich cultural heritage is a treasure trove of opportunities. Let us take pride in our local cuisine, traditional attire, and festivals like Egungun and Ojude Oba,” he said.
“These not only showcase our heritage but also provide avenues for entrepreneurship, cultural exchange, and economic growth.
“I acknowledge the vital role our women play in preserving our culture, and I urge our youths to take an active role in promoting our heritage. Let us document our traditions, teach our children the Yoruba language, and promote our culture to the world.
“We must also harness technology to showcase our culture globally and collaborate with other cultures to promote cross-cultural understanding,” he added.
Pastor Gabriel Oladapo, Chairman of the Organizing Committee for the 2025 Yoruba Cultural Festival, stated that the event was aimed at celebrating Yoruba cultural heritage and promoting national unity.
According to him, cultural harmony is essential for fostering peace and unity in the country. He described the festival as a reaffirmation of Yoruba identity, values, and collective legacy in Nigeria.
The chairman emphasized that the cultural festival would also foster deeper unity among Yoruba sons and daughters, promote cross-cultural understanding, and inspire younger generations to uphold the beauty of Yoruba heritage.
Highlights of the event included award presentations, cultural dances, traditional foods such as Amala, Gbegiri, and Ewedu, as well as a cultural exhibition featuring traditional attires like Aso Oke, Adire and Agbada. (www.nannews.ng)
