The Irolu Development Association (IDA) has announced the launch of a N500 million fund for the construction of a new Onirolu Pavilion as part of activities marking the 43rd Agan-Un Festival in Irolu-Remo, Ogun State.

The week-long festival, themed “Celebrating our Heritage, Preserving our Legacy, Building our Future,” is scheduled to run from Sunday, October 11 to Sunday, October 18, 2026.

The association, led by Prince Jimmy Akinsanya as Chairman, while Engr. Adesegun Oshibanjo serves as Secretary General, said the pavilion project would be officially launched during this year’s festival, which is expected to bring together traditional rulers, government officials, indigenes and other stakeholders.

The royal host of the celebration is the Onirolu of Irolu-Remo, HRH Oba Sikiru A. Adeyiga.

Ahead of the festival, the community will hold a sanitation week from October 4 to 10, aimed at promoting environmental cleanliness across Irolu.

The official opening service started on Sunday, October 11, at All Saints Anglican Church, Irolu, followed by a homage to the Onirolu Palace.

Other activities lined up for the celebration include traditional prayers and a health outreach on Monday, October 12; Education Day and Muslim Special Prayer on Tuesday, October 13; and indoor games and an Artist Night on Wednesday, October 14.

The programme will continue on Thursday, October 15, with an Arts and Trade Fair and cultural and traditional displays, while Friday, October 16, will feature a marathon race and Jumat service.

The carnival procession, grand finale and Agan-Un Festival Concert are scheduled for Saturday, October 17, with a Thanksgiving Service at C&S Church No. 1 on Sunday, October 18, marking the end of the festival.

The festival will be chaired by Asiwaju Omotolani Saeed Adebanjo, Asiwaju Ogbonbiri of Irolu-Remo, while Hon. Mrs. Mesura Shittu (Dr.) will serve as Chairperson.

Mr. Seyi Olanrewaju, FCA, is expected to serve as the Chief Launcher for the pavilion project.

The organisers listed Oba Peter Oluwole Ogunbayo (Ote III), the Odemo of Isara-Remo, as one of the Royal Fathers of the Day, alongside Oba Adeyemi Ibikunle Ogunoye (Oruw II), the Oludotun of Irolu, Ikenne-Remo.

The Akarigbo of Remo Kingdom, HRM Oba Dr. Babatunde Adewale Ajayi, CFR, Torungbuwa II, is expected to serve as the Grand Royal Father of the Day.

The Executive Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, is slated to attend the festival as Special Guest of Honour.

The organisers also announced a live performance by Nigerian Fuji musician, Alhaji Musiliu Haruna Ishola, during the grand finale.

The IDA said the annual Agan-Un Festival is aimed at promoting unity, cultural heritage and tourism, while supporting infrastructural and socio-economic development in Irolu-Remo.