The Oyo state government has partnered with a range of private and corporate organisers for ‘Vibing December’, also known as Faaji December.

The ‘Vibing December’ is a month-long celebration, designed across the state to round off 2025 in high spirits and usher in 2026. The carnival is expected to be formally launched by Governor Seyi Makinde in the first week of December. 

Briefing newsmen in Ibadan on Monday, the commissioner for culture and tourism, Wasiu Olatubosun, explained that the initiative would generate extensive business opportunities for residents throughout the Yuletide.

Mr Olatubosun said that the carnival and its associated events would run from December 1 to January 2, transforming the state into a vibrant hub of cultural expression and entertainment.

He stated that the festivities would not be restricted to Ibadan, but would also take place simultaneously in other towns across the state.

He assured the public that adequate security measures would be put in place to protect lives and property, before, during and after the celebrations.

The commissioner disclosed that corporate sponsors and cultural groups would be contributing to a wide range of activities.

According to Mr Olatunbosun, Nigerian Breweries Plc. will stage its legendary December Experience, featuring beer villages set up at designated centres from December 4 to January 2.

“Another partner, D Fantasyland, will host its variety programme at the Recreation Club open field in Sabo, Ibadan, from December 24 to 26.

“Meanwhile, the University of Ibadan open field will host the Ojude UI celebration on December 20, accompanied by artistes’ hangouts and musical concerts,” he said.

He further stated that the one-month programme would also feature the ‘Amala Cuisine Exhibition’, organised by the Amala Festival, on December 6.

The Ogbomoso Cradle Carnival, organised by the Ogbomoso Community, would run from December 18 to 22.

“The Oyo Durbar is set to take place on Dec. 27, while the Amala Festival and the Atewolara Festival will both be held at the National Museum in Aleshinloye, Ibadan, on December 14.

“In addition, JAGZ Hotel and the Hoteliers Association will host a series of variety shows and Hotel Vibes events throughout the festive season,” stated Mr Olatubosun.

The commissioner added that the celebrations would also feature a fashion exhibition, presented by Ibadan Fashion Rising, and Faaji Cruise on the Eleyele River.

He explained that the cruise, with celebrity appearances, would be organised by Royal Cruise Entertainment.

(NAN)