The Agemo Masquerade takes place during the Agemo Festival in Mosan, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria, on July 2, 2025. The Agemo Festival is a significant indigenous religious festival among the Ijebu people of Western Nigeria, occurring between July and August. It showcases cultural elements such as storytelling, dance, music, and elaborate costumes. The festival and accompanying rituals honor the spirit deity Agemo, who is believed to be a protector of children and safeguards the Ijebus' future through its blessing. (Photo by Adekunle Ajayi)
