Globacom To Honour Obi Of Onitsha At Royal Banquet

Globacom will host a royal banquet in honour of the Obi of Onitsha, His Royal Majesty, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, as part of the ongoing 2026 Ofala Festival. The event will feature indigenous music, live band performances and comedy in a setting that celebrates the monarch and the rich cultural heritage of the Onitsha Kingdom.

Guests will be entertained by musicians Ikem and Boy o Boy, alongside the Groove Band. Popular comedian MC Ezegetive will keep guests entertained with laughter, while Ejiamike Obiozo will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the evening.

Ikem will bring indigenous musical sounds to the celebration, while Boy o Boy Onwuatu is expected to entertain guests with music that reflects the vibrancy of contemporary Igbo popular music. The Groove Band will add to the evening with live instrumental performances, offering guests a varied entertainment experience.

Through its cultural initiatives, Globacom continues to support the promotion of Nigeria’s heritage by creating platforms that bring together tradition, creativity and contemporary entertainment. Its partnership with the Ofala Festival has helped increase the visibility of the cultural institution and celebrate the history, values and identity of the Onitsha people.

As one of Nigeria’s prominent cultural celebrations, Ofala brings together traditional rulers, community leaders, indigenes and visitors to honour the Obi and celebrate the enduring heritage of the ancient Onitsha Kingdom.