- Epe Kingdom marked the 2026 Kayokayo Festival with a celebration of 175 years of culture and tradition
- The event featured royal guests, cultural performances and a scholarship programme for indigent students
- The festival ended with the symbolic lighting of Etufu, preserving Epe’s historic heritage
Epe Kingdom came alive as residents, traditional rulers and guests gathered for the 2026 Kayokayo Festival, celebrating 175 years of faith, culture and unity.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the festival featured a colourful carnival procession, cultural performances and traditional displays that highlighted the rich heritage of the historic Lagos community.
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Royal fathers, religious leaders and dignitaries joined sons and daughters of Epe to commemorate the kingdom’s long-standing traditions.
A major highlight of the celebration was the presentation of the Epe Kayokayo Scholarship to indigent students, reflecting the festival’s commitment to community development.
The event ended with the symbolic lighting of Etufu, a traditional rite that reinforced the cultural and spiritual significance of the Kayokayo Festival
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