Yoruba culture values wisdom passed through generations in the form of proverbs (òwe) and folk songs. These are commonly used in conversation and storytelling:

• “Ìwà l’ẹwà.” – Character is beauty.

• “Ohun tí a kò bá mọ̀, ó tó kóni lójú.” – What we don’t understand seems mysterious.

• “Agbára ògìrì ni ilé ń dúró.” – A house stands because of strong walls (meaning a community stands by strong people).

Locals also sing traditional songs during festivals, ceremonies, and farming seasons—rhythms that tell stories, give praise, or call for unity.

👗 Traditional Dress and What It Means

In Igbeti, dressing is a form of identity and pride. On special days, you’ll see locals in colorful aso òkè, ankara, or adire fabrics, beautifully worn by both men and women.

• Men often wear agbádá (a flowing robe) or bùbá and ṣòkòtò (top and trousers), completed with a fìlà (cap).

• Women wear ìró and bùbá (wrapper and blouse) with a matching gèlè (head tie) and ìpèlé (shoulder sash).

Each style, pattern, and color combination often reflects cultural events, marital status, or even family lineage.