Ilorin Emirate Durbar 2025

A man participates in horse riding during the Ilorin Emirate Durbar 2025 at the Kwara Baseball Park in the Adewole area of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria, on June 8, 2025. The festival is a celebration of culture, tradition, and unity in Ilorin, similar to other northern emirates such as Kano, Zazzau, Katsina, and Sokoto, showcasing martial skills, royal grandeur, and community cohesion. It is celebrated during the Muslim festivals of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. The Ilorin Durbar reflects the city's cultural tapestry, blending Fulani, Yoruba, Kanuri, Gobir, and Nupe influences. (Photo by Adekunle Ajayi)