The Ikorodu Oga Development Association (IKODASS) has announced three major procession routes for the 2026 Ikorodu-Oga Fanti Carnival, scheduled to begin on November 14 as part of activities marking the 35th edition of the annual Ikorodu Oga Festival.
Speaking at a press conference, IKODASS Chairman, Alhaji Kolawole Olayiwola, said the carnival would showcase Ikorodu’s rich cultural heritage, promote tourism and stimulate economic activities in the community.
The three procession routes are Aga Parapo, which will move from Gbasemo through Aga Junction, Ireshe Road, Itaelewa, Oriwu Road, Ojogbe and Ayangbure Road, ending at the Ikorodu Garage Roundabout.
The Ijomu Parapo procession will commence from Obun-Ale, passing through Ota-Ona, Itunpate, Alhaji Street and Ojubode before ending at the Ikorodu Garage Roundabout.
The third route, Isele Alaro, will begin at Orita Maluti (Ladamos), proceeding through Ejina, Itunmoja, Onishigida, Sabo and Shagamu Road to the Ikorodu Garage Roundabout.
The carnival procession is expected to arrive at the Ikorodu Garage Roundabout by 12 noon, with cultural displays and performances scheduled for 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Departure from the roundabout will take place between 3:30 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Organisers said the road diversion will take effect from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., covering both the Woro outing and the Fanti Carnival procession.
Olayiwola called on residents, youths, corporate organisations and other stakeholders to support the carnival, while urging participants to maintain peace, discipline and respect for constituted authorities throughout the celebration.
He said IKODASS is committed to developing the Fanti Carnival into a recognised cultural tourism attraction capable of drawing visitors and investors to Ikorodu.
The 35th Ikorodu Oga Festival is scheduled to run from November 14 to 21, 2026, under the leadership of the Ayangburen of Ikorodu Kingdom, Oba Engr. Kabir Adewale Shotobi.
