Tinubu celebrates Eyo festival in Lagos

President Bola Tinubu and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at the Eyo Festival in December 2025. Credit: NTA News

President was received by the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

President Bola Tinubu made a colourful appearance at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos on Saturday to join residents and tourists for the celebration of the ongoing Eyo Festival.

The President’s arrival marked a significant moment for the festival, which was last celebrated in 2017.

Reflecting the occasion, Tinubu was dressed in the traditional festival theme of pure white.

Notably, he donned a black Akete hat adorned with white stripes and stars., with a black and white cloth draped over his shoulder.

Upon his arrival at the square, the President was received by the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, alongside Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat.

The Eyo Festival is famous for its white-clad masquerades, rhythmic chants, and energetic dances rooted in Yoruba symbolism.