By Zika Bobby
The Oko Community in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State, home to Nigeria’s former Vice President, the late Dr. Alex Ekwueme, has announced a special Ofala Festival by His Royal Highness, Prof Laz Ekwueme, the Eze Ijikala II of Oko, scheduled for January 10, 2025.
The event is organised to mark the 90th birthday anniversary of Nigeria’s first professor of music and one-time Director, Centre for Cultural Studies, University of Lagos.
The festival is expected to attract dignitaries, including top government officials, traditional rulers, and members of the business community.
The Eze Ijikala 2025 Ofala will witness the conferment of chieftaincy titles and awards to deserving citizens of the community and other personalities from different parts of Nigeria.
Chairman of the organising committee for the 2025 Ofala, Chief Obi Okafor, said Governor Chukwuma Soludo will be the special guest of honour at the occasion that will showcase an excellent display of Oko traditions and culture.