The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Ladoja (Rashidi Ladoja), warns that the yearly Egungun festival does not authorise violence against citizens. In statements reported by Daily Post Nigeria and Vanguard, the monarch tells masquerades and their followers to avoid acts that could disrupt public peace during and after the festival. He emphasises that any individual found causing disturbances or engaging in violence will be held accountable under the law. The warnings are issued ahead of the festival’s commencement, with both outlets noting that the message is aimed at maintaining public order in the ancient city of Ibadan. Daily Post Nigeria reports that the statement is signed by the Olubadan’s media aide, Chief Adeola Oloko, while Vanguard presents the warning as being delivered by the Olubadan and directed at masquerades and their supporters. The overall message from both sources is that festival activities must not include intimidation, harassment, or other forms of violence, and that legal action will follow any breaches.