How Is Ogun Festival Celebrated?
The Blacksmiths of the City of Ife Donate New Cutlasses, Hoes and Bell Gongs, and the Shrine Is Beautified with Palm Fronds, Cowries and Other Items. Libation...
The blacksmiths of the city of Ife donate new cutlasses, hoes and bell gongs, and the shrine is beautified with palm fronds, cowries and other items. Libation is then poured, a ritual dance is conducted around the shrine, and prayers are offered. Dogs are prepared for sacrifice.
How do you celebrate Ogun?
The Ogun shrine in Ife is decorated with palm fronds, and two dogs are prepared for sacrifice. A libation is poured, prayers to the god are offered, and a ritual dance is held around the shrine.
What festival is celebrated in Ogun State?
Ojude Oba festival is an ancient festival celebrated by the Muslim people of Ijebu-Ode, a town in Ogun State, Southwestern Nigeria. This annual festival usually takes place the third day after Eid al-Kabir (Ileya), to pay homage and show respect to the Royal Majesty, the Awujale of Ijebuland.