Farooq Oreagba is Ready for Ojude Oba 2026 in These New Photos

The Ojude Oba Festival 2026 is around the corner, and Farooq Oreagba, popularly known as King of Steeze, took to his Instagram page on May 16 to declare his readiness, sharing a series of pictures in traditional attire with a caption, “The countdown has begun. Every year, it’s my time, God dey by my side and it’s my time to shine. Y’all have no idea what’s coming this time … let’s go.” His outfit carried the richness associated with Yoruba ceremonial fashion.

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He wore a structured Agbada set woven from Asó-Oké fabric by Nigerian house designer Deji & Kola. The outer robe draped over his shoulders like a structured cape, with navy blue and burgundy pinstripes. This was layered over a rich indigo Bùbà highlighted by a zig-zag embroidery pattern in the chest area. His accessories gave the attire a sharp finish. He wore a matching pinstripe Fìlà, pleated and tilted neatly to the side. He wore translucent aviator glasses and a long metallic black necklace layered over his chest. To anchor the entire look, he held a dark walking cane with an ornate gold handle to match his diamond ring. 

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The Ojube Oba Festival is a grand annual cultural celebration translated as “The King’s Forecourt,” which dates back more than a century, held in the ancient town of Ijebu-Ode in Ogun State, Nigeria. Thousands of attendees gather annually to pay homage to the traditional ruler of the Ijebu people, the Awujale of Ijebuland. The festival comes three days after Eid al-Kabir (Ileya).

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The festival has evolved from just a local religious gathering of horsemanship, heritage, and age-group precessions, into one of Africa’s most celebrated displays of fashion, culture, and equestrian pride. This edition is expected to take place on Friday, May 29, 2026.