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When Did Olufi Market Begin? Tracing the History of Gbongan’s Historic Marketplace
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When Did Olufi Market Begin? Tracing the History of Gbongan’s Historic Marketplace

For generations, Olufi Market has remained an important part of the commercial life of Gbongan, bringing together farmers, traders and buyers from the town and surrounding communities. Beyond the busy stalls and exchange of goods, however, lies a marketplace whose history is closely connected to the growth and commercial development of Gbongan. But when did...

Orisa Akire Festival: Gbongan Celebrates Cultural Heritage and Royal Legacy
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Orisa Akire Festival: Gbongan Celebrates Cultural Heritage and Royal Legacy

Orisa Akire Festival: Gbongan Celebrates Cultural Heritage and Royal Legacy The historic town of Gbongan in Osun State on Sunday, August 23, 2026, marked its annual Orisa Akire Festival, an important traditional occasion associated with the town’s cultural heritage, ancestral history and the enduring institution of the Olufi. The annual celebration, deeply rooted in the...