Olokun Festival Ondo State

The Olokun festival is an annual festival commemorated by the Ilaje people who live along the state's coastline. The people believe the Olokun deity is the goddess of the sea and fertility, as well as of prosperity.

The worshippers of Olokun dress in white attire and coat their faces with white chalk (known as 'efun'). The festival features cultural dances and displays.