Iwopin Kingdom Partners DTML to Digitize and Promote Okosi Festival Globally
The Iwopin Kingdom in Ogun State has partnered with Digital Transformation Media Limited (DTML) to digitize its annual Okosi Festival, aiming to project its cultural heritage globally. This landmark agreement will see the festival preserved and promoted through advanced digital platforms, fostering tourism and empowering local youths.
The ancient Iwopin Kingdom has entered into a strategic partnership with Digital Transformation Media Limited (DTML) to digitize and globally promote the renowned Okosi Festival.
The agreement was formally signed during the Okosi Iwopin Ajidagan 2026 Festival, marking a significant step toward expanding the festival’s reach beyond Nigeria through digital technology and international engagement.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Oba Sunday Agbojo described the Okosi Festival as a vital part of the kingdom’s cultural identity and heritage.
According to the monarch, the partnership is designed to preserve the festival’s traditions while introducing them to a wider audience. He noted that in an increasingly connected world, cultural heritage must be shared beyond geographical boundaries to attract visitors and create opportunities for local communities.
Oba Agbojo added that cultural tourism and economic growth could be strengthened through greater international visibility, benefiting artisans, entrepreneurs and young people within the kingdom.
Entertainment promoter Edi Lawani, who serves on DTML’s advisory board, said digital platforms have become central to how modern audiences experience culture and heritage.
He explained that digitizing the festival would not only preserve its legacy but also make it more accessible to people around the world through immersive storytelling and digital engagement.
DTML Founder and Chairman Shina Badaru said the initiative forms part of the company’s broader Nigeria Heritage Initiative, which aims to leverage technology to preserve and promote indigenous cultural assets.
According to Badaru, plans include the development of a dedicated digital platform, live-streaming services, immersive multimedia content and a digital archive documenting the festival’s history and traditions.
The project will also incorporate training programmes for local youths in digital media, content creation and event technology, helping to build skills that can support future cultural and creative industries.
Under the agreement, DTML will oversee the digitalization and international promotion of the festival, while the Iwopin Kingdom retains full authority over cultural content and traditional practices.
Stakeholders believe the collaboration could position the Okosi Festival as a globally recognized cultural tourism event, showcasing Nigeria’s rich heritage to audiences far beyond its borders while preserving its authenticity for future generations.