The Oyo State Government says it will continue to support the culture and tourism sector to boost its economy.

The Commissioner for Culture and Tourism Wasiu Olatunbosun said this at a press conference yesterday in Ibadan to herald the 2024 Yemoja Ibadan Festival scheduled for October 10 and 27.

The annual festival, which usually lasts for 17 days, is aimed at showcasing, promoting, developing and preserving the traditional heritage of the people.

Speaking on the essence of the festival, Olatunbosun said it is to honour the deity, which symbolises motherhood and fertility.

According to him, it is also to pay her tribute for the protection and support she offers, which have shaped and preserved the Yoruba people and her devotees for many generations.

He added that the festival will bring various communities together to express their gratitude and reverence for Yemoja as a result of her significant roles in their lives as a deity of fertility, strength and generosity, attributes that define motherhood.

The festival will feature activities such as offerings to Yemoja and Sango, Orisa Aje and Orisa Ogun, various performances, a visit to motherless babies’ homes in honour of Yemoja, and a festival tour to AfriChatta Film Village, among other things.

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