Events

FUNAAB students celebrate final year with inaugural “Ojude FUNAAB” festival

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1 year ago

May 5, 2025

Final year students of the Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta (FUNAAB) create their own vibrant cultural festival, “Ojude FUNAAB,” mirroring the spirit of the traditional Ojude Oba

In a vibrant display of cultural pride and celebratory spirit, the final year students of the Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta (FUNAAB) have launched their own version of the renowned “Ojude Oba” festival, aptly named “Ojude FUNAAB.”

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This inaugural event, held at the University Sport Centre as the culmination of their final year week, has generated significant buzz on social media.

Mirroring the colorful and joyous atmosphere of the traditional Ijebu Ode festival, FUNAAB’s graduating students, predominantly from Generation Z, showcased their creativity and heritage by donning stunning traditional outfits.

Photos and videos circulating online capture the lively scenes of students celebrating their academic milestone with cultural flair.

This initiative follows a trend set by FUNAAB’s final year students in 2024, who gained attention for their elaborate and creative costume day, featuring recreations from popular movies and portrayals of famous personalities.

However, the creation of “Ojude FUNAAB” in 2025 signifies a significant elevation of this tradition, establishing a unique cultural event within the university community.

FUNAAB, an institution that has produced notable figures such as singer Kizz Daniel, Arise TV journalist Rufai Oseni, and CEO of Intel Region Abdurraheem Olaiya, continues to foster a vibrant and engaging student culture.

“Ojude FUNAAB” is a testament to the students’ initiative and their desire to celebrate their achievements while embracing Nigeria’s rich cultural diversity.

The success of this first “Ojude FUNAAB” suggests it may become an annual tradition, further enriching the university’s vibrant student life and providing a platform for cultural expression.

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WAKE UP! Art Exhibition Returns for a Second Act

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2 weeks ago

August 27, 2026

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The contemporary art and photography exhibition “Wake Up!” is back again for a second edition.

Curated by Awele Onwordi, Wake Up! 2 exhibition pays homage to the Nigerian youth and burgeoning street culture which many of its contributing artists reference in their works.

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Titled “Young, Wild, Free”, the exhibition celebrates the creativity, resilience, freedom and cultural influence found in Nigerian youth.

Taking aim at societal issues and economic concerns, the exhibit reflects the youth and their refusal to compromise or bow despite all the challenges stacked against them while charting youth culture through art, music, fashion, skateboarding, photography and community.

The exhibition will be held, once again, at the Angel and Muse Gallery at 25 Sumbo Jibowu street off Ribadu Road off Awolowo Road in Ikoyi.

It will open on Saturday 5 September 2026 and will run until 11 September 2026
This second edition which focuses on celebrating, nurturing and exploring artistic practices rooted in youth and street culture will feature works from DENCITY and SUPERGLIDER HOUSE.

Exhibiting artists include Ajilore Kehinde – their work is deeply influenced by Nigerian street culture and works of other artists like Slawn, Peters Ejiro, etc, Chuka Onwordi – graphic designer who embodies themes of death, melancholy and beauty in his works, ZIDYEP – Abuja based creative whose works move between digital and physical spaces through art, graphic design and air brushing , Franklyn Okoye – graphic designer and artist whose works explore themes of identity and hyper-reality, Awele Onwordi – founder & curator of WAKE UP and multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans character art, creative logo design, album covers and more , Oluchi Kogolo – digital illustrator whose work explores street culture, personality and storytelling through a raw and playful visual style and Kozetuo Apeji – multidisciplinary artists who work explores experimental approaches to problem solving through both digital and traditional art forms.

Commenting on the exhibition in her curatorial statement, Awele noted that “despite economic instability, limited opportunities and socio-political challenges, Nigerian youth continue to shape culture through music, fashion, art, skateboarding, raves, photography and community.”

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Continuing and harping on the raison d’etre of the exhibition she said, “Young, Wild and Free exists to celebrate Nigerian youth while also creating a platform that supports and amplifies them.”