Oyo government supports festival to boost Yoruba culture
The Oyo State Government has pledged its support for initiatives that promote Yoruba cultural heritage, especially among young people. Wasiu Olatubosun, the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, praised the organisers of the Itansan Arts Festival for their efforts to celebrate Yoruba traditions. The festival aims to reconnect youths with their cultural roots through various programmes and competitions. Adewumi Adekunle, the Festival Director, highlighted the focus on Yoruba ancestors and engaging students in cultural activities.
What we know
- Wasiu Olatubosun assured the Itansan Arts Festival organisers of the ministry’s support, including endorsements and publicity.
- The festival will feature an inter-school competition where students present on Yoruba deities or traditions through visual arts, writing, and oratory.
- A stage play titled “The Beacons of the Ancestors” and the launch of a book, “Emissaries of the Gods,” are part of the festival’s highlights.
- Adewumi Adekunle emphasized the importance of teaching young people about Yoruba ancestors from a new perspective.
- The Oyo State Ministry of Culture and Tourism commended the festival for aligning with the government’s efforts to promote culture and involve youths in cultural preservation.
