Islamic singer Aminat Obirere has sparked criticism on social media following her performance at the 2026 Odun Ifa Festival in Ogun State. The singer was among the entertainers who performed at the event, which celebrated Yoruba heritage, traditional practices and the spiritual significance of Ifa culture.
A video circulating on social media showed Obirere wearing a flowing robe as she performed one of her popular songs before attendees at the festival.
However, her appearance at the event has drawn criticism from some Nigerians, particularly within sections of the Muslim community, with questions raised about her participation in a festival associated with traditional Yoruba religious practices.
Reacting to the development, a social media critic questioned the position of Muslims who condemn music but appear to have a different reaction when an Islamic singer performs at an event associated with Ifa tradition.
The controversy has also brought renewed attention to discussions about religious identity, music and the participation of entertainers in cultural events linked to traditional beliefs.
The 2026 Odun Ifa Festival was organised by the families of High Chief Ayoola Adeyiolaifa, the Oluna of Omode Egbaland. The event took place at Olunla Villa, Balogun Quarters, Owode Egba, Ogun State.
According to the organisers, the festival was an opportunity for attendees to experience the richness of Yoruba heritage, traditional practices and the spiritual essence of the culture.
Watch the video of Aminat Obirere’s performance at the festival on X below;
Many react as Obirere performs at Odun Ifa festival, see below;
ola.zillion8 commented; “Katikati…. Islamic singer singing during ifa festival 😂😂😂.”
babalola1571 said; “Is she not a yoruba before Islam, so she should neglect her culture .”
@Nofacenocase181 wrote; “There is nothing like Islamic music in Islam ! She is a Fuji musician. So if she likes she should go sing for highest chief .”
@taiwo_oracle remarked; “Nigeria ti daru 😂.. everybody just dey do how them like …pastor dey talk nonsense on pulpit fighting for tithes,alfas dey talk nonsense and they fight eachother,our spiritual musicans dey so rubbish…may God take control.”
@d3finestking noted; “Our culture comes first before any religion, she is not their to kill someone na… All na business, before you judge her, have you given her a show before.. remember she gat bills to pay so if you are not providing for her, shut up.”
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