Usi-Ekiti in Ido/Osi local government came alive with colourful displays and celebrations as indigenes at home and in the diaspora gathered for the 2026 Usi Day celebration.
The event featured the launch of a #500 million Civic Centre project, public presentation of the Miss Usi Beauty Pageant, award presentations, a carnival procession, cultural games including Ayo Olopon, a marathon race, and the distribution of cash gifts and other items to elderly residents of the community.
As part of the celebration, traditional chiefs, social clubs, and various districts in the town paid homage to the Olusi of Usi-Ekiti, Oba Adedayo Akande, in recognition of his leadership and contributions to the development of the community.
Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji who was represented at the event by his Chief of Staff, Mr. Niyi Adebayo reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting community-driven projects and the overall development of Usi-Ekiti.
In his remarks, the Olusi of Usi-Ekiti, Oba Adedayo Akande, offered prayers for peace, progress, and prosperity for all sons and daughters of the town, urging them to remain united in their efforts to advance the community.
The President of Egbe Omo Usi, Mrs. Funmilayo Aina, expressed appreciation to indigenes for their support and participation in the annual celebration and encouraged them to continue contributing to projects that would promote the growth and development of Usi-Ekiti.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the 2026 Usi Day Planning Committee, Mr. Christian Ajayi, thanked individuals, groups, and stakeholders whose contributions ensured the successful hosting of the event.
