At which annual festival in Ile-Ife does the Ooni of Ife emerge wearing the ancient sacred Aare crown, the only day of the year it is worn?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. the Olojo Festival
- Step 1: The Olojo Festival celebrates Ogun (the god of iron) and the dawn of creation in Ile-Ife. Step 2. Its ritual climax occurs when the Ooni steps out of his palace wearing the heavy, spiritually potent Aare crown woven from cowries and ancient beads. Answer: the Olojo Festival. Why not the others: Edi commemorates Moremi Ajasoro; Itapa honors Obatala; Olokun honors the deity of wealth and oceans.
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