Agbokojo : One Community, Many Games, One Champion

Imole De Inter-Compound Game Competition Set for Agbokojo in Ibadan South West Local Goverment

History will be made in Agbokojo as compounds across the area prepare to face off in a week-long celebration of culture, unity, and sport.

Bashorun Saintabey is set to facilitate the maiden edition of the Imole De Inter-Compound Game Competition, an event designed to revive traditional games and strengthen community bonds among residents of Agbokojo Land, Ibadan South West Local Government.

The competition, themed “One Community, Many Games, One Champion”, will run from July 12th to 19th, 2027. It is strictly open to all compounds in Agbokojo Land.

According to the organizers, the games will spotlight both traditional Yoruba indoor games and other community favorites. Expected events include Ayo, Draughts, Boju Boju, Whot, Ludo, and Dàmù, alongside other competitive displays that test skill, strategy, and teamwork.

“Imole De means ‘Light Has Come’, and that is exactly what this competition represents for Agbokojo,” Bashorun Saintabey said. “For one week, our differences will be set aside. Every compound will compete as one community, with the goal of crowning one champion.”

Community leaders say the initiative is timely, as it will rekindle interest in indigenous games among younger residents while giving elders a platform to pass down cultural heritage.

Registration and fixtures for participating compounds will be announced in the coming months ahead of the July date.

For Agbokojo, July 2027 is already marked on the calendar, one community, many games, and only one champion will emerge.