AYDF Visits Uppsala Yoruba Day in Sweden
On Saturday, 23rd May 2026, the Association of Yoruba Descendants in Finland (AYDF) had the honour of visiting Uppsala, Sweden, to participate in the Yoruba Day celebration and proudly represent our community in Finland.
Our delegation, led by the President, was ably represented by:
- Mr Waliu Adewumi - President
- Mr Wale SobogunGod - BOT Member
- Mrs Ebun Kivinen - Women Leader/Coordinator
- Mrs Hassan Olaoye - Social/Welfare Coordinator
- Mr Temitope Ajayi - General Secretary
We departed early that Saturday morning, 23rd of May 2026 and arrived in time to witness and participate in a truly vibrant celebration of Yoruba culture, heritage, and community spirit.
The event was filled with beautiful cultural presentations, traditional showcases, music, and a strong sense of unity among Yoruba sons and daughters in the diaspora. It was inspiring to see our rich culture proudly celebrated beyond borders.
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We extend our sincere appreciation to the President of the Yoruba community in Uppsala, Sweden, Mr Adeola Omotayo Aderounmu, for the warm hospitality, kindness, and the welcoming atmosphere that made us feel completely at home.
Moments like this continue to strengthen the bond between Yoruba communities across different countries and remind us that though we may be far from home, our culture continues to unite us.
We believe it is important for Yoruba associations across the Nordic region to build stronger relationships, share ideas, support one another, and collaborate where possible to keep our culture vibrant and thriving here in Europe.
Our delegation returned safely to Finland on the morning of Sunday, 24th May 2026, grateful for the experience, the hospitality, and the meaningful connections made.
AYDF remains committed to preserving our heritage, building bridges across communities, and fostering unity among Yoruba people in the diaspora.
