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Beautiful Highlights from Ojude Oba 2025

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The Ojude Oba 2025 festival was a grand celebration of culture, tradition, and community spirit in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria.

Ojude Oba means the King’s fore-court in Yoruba language. It is an ancient festival celebrated by the Yoruba people of Ijebu, a major town in Ogun State.

The festival is known for paying homage to the Awujale of Ijebu-Ode land and is in grand styles that spell culture, tradition, and fashion.

Uniformity in cultural diversity shapes the activities performed in the festival, as royal families perform dances and music, and dress in different traditional attire. All of this is aimed at bringing unity and serenity to the day. This spirit was truly felt in the just-concluded festival.

They captured stories of peace, joyous celebration, richness in Yoruba culture, and unity. They reflected the ongoing continuity of cultural heritage in Yorubaland.

Here are some highlights from this year’s festival:

Farooq Oreagba’s Iconic Appearance

Farooq Oreagba, fondly known as ‘King of steeze’ — steals the show again in Ojude Oba 2025. Sitting on a horseback, he dressed in a matching agbada showcasing his impeccable style and flair. Beaming with so much excitement and confidence, he’s become the talk of the social media again this year.

Regberegbe Groups

These groups used to be the major part of the Ojude festival and this year is not an exception. This cultural age-group dazzled with their coordinated outfits, showcasing attire and pageantry. Their synchronized movement and vibrant colors added to the festival’s excitement, highlighting the importance of tradition and community. As they appear in coordinated attire, they take turns to greet the Awujale through dances, prayers, and presentation of gifts.

Balogun Horsemen

The descendants of Ijebu warriors participated in a dramatic equestrian display, accompanied by traditional war music and gun salutes. This has always been a great highlight of the Ojude Oba. The horsemen’s skillful riding and majestic horses emphasized the rich cultural heritage of the Yoruba people.

Cultural Practices

Rich cultural performances including Apala music and traditional dances, added to the excitement and celebration. Renowned artists like Alhaji Musiliu Haruna Ishola and Alhaji Saheed Ligali-Mukaiba performed, entertaining the crowd with their soulful music and energetic dance moves. This also added energy and excitement to the celebration.

Governor Abiodun’s Participation 

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun attended the festival, extending greetings and congratulations to the people of Awujale and the people of Ijebuland. His presence reflected depth and diversity.

Participation of Important Personalities

The festival also captured the presence of some important personalities and celebrities who are filmmakers and musicians. It’s a sort of iconic gathering where art meets style and elegance.

CONCLUSION 

This Ojude Oba 2025 was an outstanding success, showing the richness and diversity of Yoruba culture. The highlight of the festival demonstrated unity, tradition, and cultural diversity.

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Amina Cocoa Just Made the Two-Piece Too Easy

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Amina Cocoa’s latest outfit shows how style and simplicity can blend with ease. In New York, she showed that a single hue can make just as bold an impact as a mix of colors.

Her two-piece set, a cropped blazer paired with matching high-waisted trousers is striking the perfect balance between tailored and modern. The whole look felt deliberate and it’s a look that naturally draws a second glance.

Amina Cocoa

What I admire about this outfit is the fabric’s detailing. The vertical stripes in these beautiful earthy tones felt fresh and gave the look real depth. The structure of the cropped blazer was sharply tailored, while the wide leg trousers added balance. This is the kind of look that boosts your confidence without doing too much.

Amina didn’t lose out while choosing her accessories. They were minimal yet defining. Her bright yellow handbag added a playful pop of color without distracting from the outfit. She wore simple jewelry and made a soft, wavy hairstyle.

Her makeup enhanced her look without being overdone. The photo itself reinforced the story of the look. It’s easy to imagine this look at a stylish brunch or a day when you want to appear casually sharp. It’s all about a perfect balance of modern touch and classic tones.

Ultimately, Amina Cocoa’s outfit proves that great styling lies in the details. You don’t need to be loud to make your presence felt in the fashion industry. Sometimes, it’s about selecting pieces that harmonize naturally. It also shows how sophistication and comfort can coexist easily.

Read more: Jackie Aina in Alluring Green Monochrome for NYFW

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Jackie Aina in Alluring Green Monochrome for NYFW

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Jackie Aina made a striking entrance at New York Fashion Week in a monochrome green ensemble. She paired a satin shirt, neatly tucked into matching leather trousers, proving that one shade can be styled in multiple ways without looking flat.

The pieces were fitted but light in texture. It kept the look easy yet confident. Jackie added drama to it as she elevated the outfit with an oversized textured coat in the same deep green tone.

The coat gave the outfit weight and balance to the sleek finish of the satin with a heavier fabric. Instantly, it reminds us that monochrome doesn’t have to be boring; you can play with fabrics and still keep it unified.

Her structured gold handbag, accented with a playful face design, introduced a touch of humor that kept the monochrome look fresh and approachable.

She completed the outfit with pointed brown heels that combined without pulling attention away from the green. For a classic and chic finish, she wore an oversized tinted sunglasses that made her look modern. The choice to start within one colour showed us her sense of boldness, and the mixture of textures and accessories made it stylish.

Her look proved that a single color palette can be just as powerful as a mix of shades. While people say green is a colour that can easily overwhelm them, Jackie Aina told everyone to hold their glasses and refined it.

From the glossy shirt to the bold coat and playful bag, each element contributed to a harmonious monochrome look. The result was elevated, graceful, and magnetic.

Read more: Erica Nlewedim Brings The Heat in a Red Mini Dress by SAIDA

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Bold in Red: Lilly Afe in Lilly’s Secret

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Lilly Afe recently gave her Instagram followers something to talk about when she posted a new set of photos with the caption, “Baby you perfect.” The actress and designer used the post to showcase one of her creations from her fashion brand, Lilly’s Secret, and the result was a display of style that reflected both her personality and her craft.

Photo: @lillyafe-Instagram

The outfit she wore is a bold red two-piece that is eye-catching. The top is a ruched crop design held together with braided straps, a detail that adds texture and character to the fit. It is paired with a matching high-waist skirt that flows down to the floor, creating a refined and structured silhouette. A side cut-out gives the design a modern edge, showing that the look is built to stand out without being overly complicated.

Her choice of oversized sunglasses added a polished finish, while her jewelry was kept minimal, allowing the bright red design to remain the focus. The overall styling was deliberate and clear; nothing distracted from the strength of the outfit itself.

Photo: @lillyafe-Instagram

What makes the post particularly interesting is that Lilly was not just wearing a stylish piece; she was wearing her own work. By stepping out in her own design, she reinforced her dual presence in both entertainment and fashion. The post underscored her ability to translate her personal style into creations that others can appreciate and wear.

It was more than just another celebrity photo drop. It was a statement about ownership, creativity, and the growing influence of Lilly’s Secret in Nigeria’s fashion space.

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