Ondo State set to hold Asun Carnival

The Asun Carnival which began last year in Ondo state is set to hold it’s second run in May 2, 2022.

The event which had a successful debut last year was created by Destination Ondo under the President of La Campagne, Otunba Wanle Akinboboye, was later adopted by the Ondo State government.

The carnival which is to be hosted in collaboration with the Ondo State Ministry of Culture and Tourism, will be held at the Ondo Township Stadium.

Guests, local communities and other attendees would be treated to an array of entertaining and lively events besides the street parades by the revelers, different bands and sections of the carnival.

Speaking on the event, Akinboboye said it is devoted to energising the economy of the town and the state by engaging the youths and other segments of the society in a meaningful venture that engages their skills, brains and creative talents.

He added that preparation for the promising, colourful, entertaining and fulfilling carnival had long began with the local production of the various outfits, including foot wears and accessories. The garment factory created by Destination Ondo in the town has engaged hundreds of tailors and other artisans to produce the items for the carnival.

With the commitment of Destination Ondo to Ondo tourism development and growth for the next generation, Akinboboye disclosed that Ondo town is set for transformation as the growth of tourism is expected to have multiplier effects on the socio-economic development of the town that is noted for its vast and rich tourism offerings.

The carnival, which is tagged ‘The Pride Of Our Identity,’ would include: Road shows, dance, music, fashion parade and contest kolokun contest and Asun Ibile contest and a display of food culture- the rich and vast culinary offerings of the people of Ondo state, Nigeria.

Guardian/ Stephanie .S.