The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Akran of Badagry, Oba De-Wheno Aholu; Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Abiodun Ige Adams; Prof. Ayo Luqman Yusuff from Institute of African and Diasporan Studies, University of Lagos; and over 50 monarchs are among the top dignitaries and prominent guests expected at the grand finale of this year edition of Olokun Festival.
The event, organized by the Olokun Festival Foundation, will climaxed with the grand finale coming up in Badagry.
It is scheduled for October 27.
Speaking on the programmes, the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Ambassador Muyiwa Osinaike, said the event is designed to showcase the true culture and tradition of Lagos State, adding that the committee had perfected its plan to explore the economic and tourism potentials of Lagos State, Badagry and its environs.
He said about 10 programmes were designed for the annual fiesta, which began on Monday with a press conference, including prayer to almighty God, quiz competition for secondary school students as well beauty pageant slated for October 24.
Osinaike added that the grand finale is expected to be massive with the unveiling of Arugba Aje Olokun, a spiritual symbol of the Olokun Festival.
He said: “We have concluded plans on the programmes and all our guests coming from far and near are also in high spirit.
“We have also placed much premium on the security of the guests and I think we are good to go.”
Osinaike expressed appreciation to the Aareonakakanfo of Yorubaland and Chief Promoter of the OFF for his commitment to promote the culture and tradition of the Yoruba race.
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