A PRE-COLONIAL HISTORY OF OLOFIN FESTIVAL IN IJARE
Abstract
Title: Tradition, Myth, and Power: A Pre-Colonial History of the Olofin Festival in IjareBackgroundIjare, a prominent settlement in the Ifedore Local Government Area of Ondo State, possesses a rich, deeply rooted cultural heritage tied to ancient migrations from Ile-Ife, the cradle of Yoruba civilization. Central to the town's pre-colonial religious and political landscape is the Olofin festival. Rooted in oral tradition, the festival bridges the gap between myth and historical reality, serving as an annual homage to the town's foundational ancestors and deities.ObjectivesThis study reconstructs the historical and socio-cultural dimensions of the Olofin festival in Ijare prior to the advent of British colonial rule. It specifically examines the mythological narratives surrounding the figure of Olofin, the structure of pre-colonial traditional rites, and the festival’s role in social cohesion, economic regulation, and the validation of royal authority.
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