THE RETURN OF OBA EGÚNGÚN OLOGBÓJÒ 🕊️ Why is Oba Egúngún Ologbójò coming out on the 21st? We sat with the custodians of this revered ancestral institution to understand its purpose, history, and significance at a time when many are asking questions about the role of Egúngún in Yorùbá society. In Yorùbá tradition, Egúngún is far more than a festival performance. It represents the honored ancestors returning to bless, guide, correct, and remind the living of their responsibilities to the land and to one another. For generations, communities have called upon ancestral institutions during periods of uncertainty, seeking prayers, cleansing, protection, and spiritual balance. According to the custodians, the coming out of Oba Egúngún Ologbójò this year follows the completion of the necessary rites and sacrifices prescribed by tradition. It is also seen as an answer to the call of the ancestors—a moment to pray for peace, stability, and protection over the land, especially as Oyo State continues its efforts to remain free from insecurity and banditry. For many devotees and custodians of tradition, this is not merely a cultural display but a sacred responsibility passed down through generations. What does Oba Egúngún Ologbójò represent? Why is he coming out now? What message do the ancestors have for the people? Watch the full interview and historical explanation now on Facebook: 📺 @MotherlandTV Documenting history as it unfolds. #MotherlandTV #Egungun #Ologbojo #YorubaHeritage #OyoState - @motherlandrtv