Think Yoruba First, Ogun Chapter

The Bata dance takes centre stage in London as a Yorùbá man delivers a performance that leaves spectators in awe! This is the beauty of our heritage. Yorùbá culture carries a unique identity that deserves to be seen, celebrated and embraced on every global stage. ❤️

Olakunle Osodi is keeping the Yorùbá language alive and visible in the UK. When he gets the chance, he speaks Yorùbá with pride, making the language more familiar and appealing to people from other parts of the world. ❤️

A taste of Yorùbá heritage going global! Amala, gbegiri and ewédú are no longer just a delicacy of Yorùbáland; they're winning hearts far beyond our borders.

Gèlè is a symbol of pride, heritage, and tradition, bringing a touch of grace and sophistication to every look.

Meet Yinka Ogunbiyi, the mind behind a robot that can braid hair up to five times faster than traditional methods. Could this innovation transform the future of hair braiding?

Yoruba Day in Abidjan❤️

The beauty of Yorùbá culture is truly unmatched. ❤️ While proudly displaying her Iro àti Bùbá and Gèlè in London, this Yorùbá woman encountered a young man who greeted her confidently in Yorùbá and showed his respect by bowing, almost prostrating before her.

At 21, she left Germany and started a new chapter in Nigeria. Years later, she’s singing Yorùbá rhymes like they’ve always been a part of her! 🇳🇬✨ From embracing the language to living the culture, her story shows just how deeply Yorùbá culture can find its way into your heart.

Guaranty Trust Fashion Weekend 2026 celebrates the elegance and artistry of gele, showcasing Yoruba heritage through fresh, contemporary fashion. Taking place November 7–8, 2026, in Victoria Island, Lagos. Admission is free.

A NEW MILESTONE! ⚖️ At just 40, Olamide Ehinfun-Adekunle has made history as Nigeria’s youngest female Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). A powerful achievement and an inspiring moment for women in the legal profession.

Dr. Azeezat Abiola Amusan, popularly known as the “Celebrity Mama of Los Angeles” and Queen of Gèlè, is the talented woman behind Beyoncé’s iconic traditional Yorùbá gèlè look.

Ten months in Lagos, and a Spanish national is already speaking near-fluent Yorùbá. 🇳🇬🌍 A beautiful example of how language can preserve cultural roots, even across the diaspora.

Yoruba to the world 🌏

Yorùbá heritage in action! A beautiful reminder that our language connects hearts across cultures and borders. 🌍❤️

Dublin honoured the legacy of Ògún two days ago, celebrating the richness of Yorùbá culture, ancestral traditions, and the enduring power of our heritage.

Yorùbá heritage, one stitch at a time! From crochet ọ̀lẹ̀kù to a talking drum handbag, tradition has never looked this creative. ❤️✨

Yorùbá Akara lives on in Brazil as Acarajé. More than a delicacy, Acarajé reflects the enduring legacy of Yorùbá cuisine and culture in Brazil, keeping a rich heritage alive across generations and continents.

Yorùbá Akara lives on in Brazil as Acarajé. 🇳🇬🇧🇷 More than a delicacy, Acarajé reflects the enduring legacy of Yorùbá cuisine and culture in Brazil, keeping a rich heritage alive across generations and continents.

History made! 🎉 Morenike Princess Adedoyin becomes the first Masoyinbo contestant to take home the ₦1 million grand prize. Her love for Egba heritage and dedication to promoting Yorùbá language and culture make this achievement even more special. Congratulations, Morenike! 👏🏾

Hollywood star Wunmi Mosaku is reconnecting with her Yorùbá roots by learning the Yorùbá language. For Yorùbá people in the diaspora, speaking the language is a meaningful way to preserve their culture, heritage, and sense of identity.