Islamic singer Aminat Obirere faces backlash over performance at Odun Ifa festival in Ogun
An Islamic singer, Aminat Obirere, has faced after performing at the 2026 Odun Ifa Festival in Ogun State.
She was one of the entertainers at the event which celebrated Yoruba culture, traditional practices and the spiritual meaning of Ifa.
A video shared online shows Obirere wearing a robe as she sang one of her popular songs in front of the festival attendees.
Her participation led to discussions about identity, music and how Islam connects with traditional cultural events.
A social media user, gen_var, questioned the stance of some Muslims who oppose some songs but don’t seem troubled by a singer performing at an Ifa event.
The person wrote: “When we condemn music, the hypocrite Muslims are naming us extremists. Later you go wise”
Another user with the handle taiwo oracle said, “Nigeria have (sic) spoil (Nigeria ti daru) everybody just dey do how them like. Pastor talk nonsense on pulpit fighting for tithes, alfas also talk nonsense and they fight each other,while spiritual musicans also do rubbish…may God take control”
Also, the_profuthman asked that what the singer was doing at IFA festival.
The comments added to the debate on whether involving in traditional festivals conflict with one’s beliefs.
The Odun Ifa Festival
The 2026 Odun Ifa Festival was organised by the family of the Oluna of Owode Egbaland, High Chief Ayoola Adeyiolaifa.
The event took place at Olunla Villa, Balogun Quarters, Owode Egba, Ogun State.
ThevOrganisers said the festival was a chance to display Yoruba heritage celebrate age- customs and recognise the importance of Ifa in the community.
Obirere’s performance has brought attention to conversations about religion, identity and artistic freedom in Nigeria.
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