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Why Agemo Festival Is Vital To Survival Of Our Community – Alayandelu Of Odo Ayandelu

  • Agemo Festival is a masked or masquerade festival traditionally held in many Yoruba towns.
  • Odo Ayandelu is one of the destinations of the annual festival in Yoruba land.
  • The town’s monarch has highlighted the festival’s significance.

Eko Hot Blog reports that Oba Aderibigbe Asunmo, the Alayandelu of Odo Ayandelu, has shed light on the significance of the Agemo festival in the community.

 

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In a recent statement, the royal father emphasized the festival’s role as a protective ritual.

Oba Asunmo revealed that the Agemo festival serves as a powerful tradition aimed at warding off evil forces that may threaten the town’s well-being.

He also distinguished Ayandelu’s celebration of the Agemo festival from neighboring villages, which commemorate the Kilajolu festival, thus highlighting the unique cultural identity and practices of the community.

Meanwhile, Oba Asunmo has called on Odo Ayandelu indigenes who have relocated outside the town to return and actively participate in its development.

He reassured prospective returnees by affirming that the community is free from the influence of witches and wizards, fostering an environment conducive to growth and prosperity.

The Alayandelu’s remarks underscore the deep-rooted cultural significance of the Agemo festival as a mechanism for spiritual protection and community cohesion.

As the custodian of tradition and progress, Oba Asunmo’s leadership embodies a steadfast dedication to preserving cultural heritage while embracing modernity.

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His visionary approach resonates with both tradition and innovation, fostering a dynamic environment where cultural identity thrives alongside socioeconomic development.

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