The Yoruba Community in Switzerland will celebrate Yoruba Day 2025 on September 27 in Geneva, with the Olota of Otta as Royal Father of the occasion
This year’s celebration will be graced by His Majesty, Professor Adeyemi Obalanlege, Ph.D (Lanlege Ekun II, Arole Iganmode, Olofin Apesin Olode), the Olota of Otta, Aworiland, who will serve as the Royal Father of the occasion.
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His Majesty has graciously accepted the invitation, reaffirming his dedication to promoting and preserving Yoruba culture across borders.
His presence is expected to add prestige to the event and inspire the diaspora community to uphold the continued observance of Yoruba Day.
Yoruba Day in Switzerland has become a vibrant cultural platform, celebrating heritage, fostering unity and strengthening ties to ancestral roots.
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The annual gathering showcases the richness of Yoruba traditions, values and history, ensuring that these legacies are passed on to future generations.
Quadri Olaitan is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, public affairs, and human-interest stories.
