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Calling for the cancellation of Ojude Oba because of Nigeria’s current security challenges may sound reasonable at first, but it overlooks what the festival truly represents to the Ijebu people. Ojude Oba is not just a celebration; it is a cultural institution that has endured since the late 19th century through colonial rule, political crises, economic hardship, and periods of national instability. For generations, the festival has served as a symbol of unity, identity, and continuity for the Ijebu people. To continue celebrating it in difficult times is not an act of insensitivity, but an expression of resilience. Communities do not preserve culture only when life is perfect; often, culture is what helps people endure hardship and maintain hope in uncertain times. Acknowledging insecurity and mourning victims of violence should happen alongside preserving traditions that strengthen social bonds. If every cultural gathering were suspended because of national challenges, many important expressions of identity and heritage would disappear. Ojude Oba’s continuity sends a message that fear and instability will not erase a people’s history, pride, and communal spirit.
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