Telecommunications company Globacom will host a royal banquet in honour of the Obi of Onitsha, His Royal Majesty, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, as part of activities marking the 2026 Ofala Festival.
The banquet is organised to celebrate the monarch and the rich cultural heritage of the Onitsha Kingdom.
According to the organisers, the event will feature a blend of indigenous music, live band performances and comedy in a royal setting that showcases Igbo tradition and contemporary entertainment.
Guests at the banquet will be entertained by indigenous musicians Ikem and Boy o Boy Onwuatu, alongside the Groove Band.
Popular comedian MC Ezegetive will provide comic relief for the evening, while Ejiamike Obiozo will serve as Master of Ceremonies.
Ikem is expected to bring indigenous musical sounds to the celebration, while Boy o Boy Onwuatu will entertain guests with music that reflects the vibrancy of contemporary Igbo popular music. The Groove Band will add colour to the evening with live instrumental performances, offering a varied entertainment experience.
Globacom said through its cultural initiatives, it continues to support the promotion of Nigeria’s heritage by creating platforms that bring together tradition, creativity and contemporary entertainment.
The company noted that 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.
The Ofala Festival remains one of Nigeria’s prominent cultural celebrations, bringing together traditional rulers, community leaders, indigenes and visitors to honour the Obi and celebrate the enduring heritage of the ancient Onitsha Kingdom.
