By Oyinkansayo Wole-Bodunde.
Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, was installed as Okanlòmo of Eyọ Ọba Alakẹtẹ Pupa, Laba Ẹkun on December 26th, 2025.
This installation comes before the Eyo Festival in Lagos on December 27th, 2025. The Eyo Festival is a vibrant cultural event featuring iconic white-clad masquerades and displays of chants, dance, and symbolism.
The festival was last held in 2017, and is a treasured Lagos tradition and a major cultural event in Nigeria, expected to draw big crowds locally and internationally.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu congratulated Seyi Tinubu on X, saying, “I warmly congratulate Barrister Oluwaseyi Tinubu @STinubu on his installation as the Okanlòmo of Eyọ Ọba Alakẹtẹ Pupa, Laba Ẹkun. This honour reflects service, character, and commitment to our culture and people. I wish him continued strength and clarity as he carries the responsibilities and expectations that come with this new role.”
