Description
The Cultural Centre at Mokola Hill in Ibadan is a landmark complex established to serve as a hub for the arts, culture and heritage of the people of Oyo State. It features performance halls (including a large theatre hall), art gallery/minigallery spaces, traditional-art exhibits and amenities for cultural troupes and gatherings.
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Things to Note
Here are few things to note about Oyo State Cultural Centre:
- The centre was once the premier venue for major cultural events in the state — drama productions, music, exhibitions and more — connecting modern arts with Yoruba heritage.
- It stands at a strategic location (Mokola Hill, Ibadan) and is part of the cultural-tourism infrastructure of the state.
- It is tied to the mission of the Oyo State Council for Arts and Culture: to “foster, preserve, record, document and propagate the cherished Arts and Culture of Oyo State people.”
- The centre’s facilities include a large hall (capacity ~1,500), a banquet hall (~500 seats), and space for art & craft villages.
- However, in recent years reports highlight that the centre has suffered from neglect: infrastructure decay, lack of maintenance, reduction in major events and usage.
- The state government has announced plans to refurbish or redevelop the centre into a “world-class edifice” with theatre-village, cultural market and improved facilities.