Cultural Splendour: Eyo masquerades, Lagos traditions shine at Eko Club’s milestone event
Published By: Kazeem Ugbodaga
Dignitaries, guests, and members of Eko Club were immersed in the rich socio-cultural heritage of Lagos State during the 50th anniversary celebration of Eko Club, Surulere, Lagos.
The event, held at the Eko Club Open Space on Bode Thomas, Surulere, was a colorful display of the city’s diverse traditions and customs.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Olugbenga Amodu Razaak, President of Eko Club, highlighted the club’s significant contributions to the cultural landscape of Lagos State.
He emphasised that through various dynamic cultural programmes, the club has not only nurtured emerging talents but also preserved the traditions of Lagos for future generations.
“Our commitment to showcasing the diverse cultural heritage of Lagos ensures that people can be proud of the lessons these traditions impart,” said Amodu, praising the members who have contributed to the club’s growth and development.
The Royal Mother of the day, Princess Abiola Dosunmu, the Erelu of Lagos, lauded Eko Club for its role in preserving the cultural heritage of Lagos.
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She also applauded the club’s patriotism and commitment to the city’s growth, noting how the once small Eko Club has now expanded with impressive structures in Surulere.
HRM Oba Owolabi Adeyemi Adeniyi, the Oba of Igbobi Sabe and Royal Father of the day, also commended attendees for keeping Lagos’s cultural heritage alive.
He acknowledged the role of social clubs like Eko Club in fostering youth development and employment in both Lagos State and the nation.
The festival reached its peak with a vibrant display of Lagos’s cultural symbols, including Eyos, masquerades, and Ojes.
Among the performers were Eyo Agere, Eyo Ologede, Eyo Oniko, Eyo Laba Ekun, and Eyo Adimu, as well as Gelede Igbobi-Sabe, Oje Ayoka, and the Zangbeto dancers.
The groups showcased their unique traditions in sequential parades, praying for the attendees, Eko Club members, and the nation as a whole, making the anniversary celebration a memorable tribute to Lagos’s rich cultural heritage.
