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Folarin Laosun begins countdown for Oluyole Festival

Ace filmmaker, Folarin Laosun, is on a mission to revive and celebrate the rich culture and heritage of Ibadan.

Laosun, whose movie, Nimbe, is ranked one of the most watched on Netflix is staging the second edition of the cultural Oluyole Festival as he shared the inspiration behind the festival, shedding light on its objectives and the challenges encountered.

Determined to project the city onto the cultural stage, he embarked on a journey that led to the inception of the Oluyole Festival.

At an interaction recently in Ibadan at the Arneim Centre, Jericho, Ibadan, Folarin revealed the purpose behind the project and his mission to contribute his quota to the development of culture in Ibadan.

The second edition of the festival will hold between November 29 and December 3, 2023, this edition, according to him, promises a five-day extravaganza, featuring diverse events to engage the community and celebrate Ibadan’s cultural essence.

“The festival kicks off with a visit to the palace of Olubadan, followed by an art exhibition showcasing a mini-documentary on Ibadan’s history.

The subsequent days feature a seminar on the significance of Ibadan, film screenings, a 48-hour film challenge, football, and golf tournaments. The grand finale boasts a carnival procession and a special performance by a renowned local artist,” he stated.

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Tunde Ayanda

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