THE distinctive symbolic festival and the heart of traditionalism in Lagos, Adamu Orisa Play, otherwise known as Eyo masquerade trooped out to the streets of Lagos Island, popularly called Eko ...

The popular Eyo masquerade has been trending following controversies trailing newly-released movie — ‘Gangs of Lagos’. The director of the movie used Lagos Island and Eyo masquerade as part of the ...

The Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday said the Eyo Festival, scheduled to hold on December 27, will showcase the rich culture of Lagos to the world. Sanwo-Olu spoke at the ‘Ijade Opa Eyo’ ...

Lagos has come to be synonymous with Eyo festival; the festivity that depicts the history and culture of the indigenous people of Lagos State. OLAOLU OLADIPO in this piece examines the place and ...

The Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday commissioned the Eyo Monument at the John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, located in the Onikan area of Lagos Island.

On Saturday, December 27, 2025, history was made at the historic Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Onikan, Lagos Island, as the Lagos State government hosted the 73rd edition of the iconic Eyo Festival.

The King Kosoko Royal Family and Oloja Chieftaincy Family of Lagos have condemned the misrepresentation of the Adamu Orisa and Eyo cultural heritage in a film titled, ‘Gangs of Lagos’. The Oloja-elect ...

The Eyo Festival stands as one of the most enduring affirmations of Lagos indigeneship and cultural continuity. For over three centuries, since its advent from Iperu, the Eyo institution has remained ...

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday unveiled the iconic Eyo Monument at the John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, Onikan, saying the sculpture is a powerful symbol of ...

Oftentimes, it is done in honour of the demise of an Oba, a Chief, or a notable Lagosian who has contributed immensely to the development of Lagos. Its popularity stretches beyond the shores of this ...