The much-anticipated Omabala Cultural Day Celebration, held on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the Otuocha Township Stadium, has come and gone. To God be all the glory for an eventful, colourful, and peaceful exhibition of our rich cultural heritage.
Attendance was highly impressive, as people from the six Local Government Areas of Omabala land - Anambra East, Anambra West, Awka North, Ayamelum, Dunukofia, and Oyi - trooped to the venue in their numbers as early as 9 am. The festival grounds came alive with traditional dances, songs, masquerade displays, and exhibitions of farm produce, all showcasing the beauty, strength, and unity of the Omabala people.
The event featured outstanding performances by indigenous musical groups such as the Ideal Gospel Singers of the famous “Obi n’aso m rikpo,” the Young Stars Music Group of Umueri, and Nikky Brandy, among others, whose renditions thrilled the crowd and added colour to the celebration.
We sincerely appreciate the Chairman of Omabala Union, Dr. Chike Obidigbo, JP (Osisioma Igbo), whose visionary leadership made this historic event possible. Our gratitude also goes to the Chairman of the occasion, HRM Igwe Oranu Chris Chidume, MON (Eze Ana-Ukwu, Eze Igulube) Igwe Omor, for his creativity and grace in directing the proceedings of the day.
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We equally appreciate Prince (Engr.) Arthur Ikpechukwu Eze, OFR (Eze n’Ukpo, Ozoigbondu), ably represented by Dr. Emeka Eze, for honouring our invitation. Our thanks also go to Sen. Ned Nwoko, represented by a powerful delegation, and to H.E. Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, Executive Governor of Anambra State, represented by Chief Don Onyenji, Commissioner for Culture and Tourism
Other dignitaries in attendance include Hon. Justice P.A.C Obidigwe (RTD), HRM Igwe Dr. Benneth Izuchukwu Emeka, Oke Ebo II of Umueri, HRM Igwe Dr. Emeka Ilouno, Eze Dunu, Sir Paul Chukwuma (YPP Governorship Candidate), Sen. Emma Anosike, Hon. Tony-Collins Nwabunwanne (Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Community Affairs), Chief Primus Odili, and many other high-profile sons and daughters of Omabala region.
Illustrious sons and daughters of the region, who have excelled in their various endeavours and impacted positively on the lives of Umu Omabala were conferred with awards of honour and recognition.
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Kudos to the entire members of the Board of Trustees, the Executive Committee, the Local Organizing Committee led by High Chief Elo Gwacham (Eze-Udo Ogbunike), as well as the various LGA Liaison Officers, Presidents-General, traditional rulers, and community representatives, who worked tirelessly to ensure the success of this maiden edition.
Special appreciation goes to other distinguished guests, sponsors, media partners, cultural troupes, security agencies, and every son and daughter of Omabala, who identified with this noble cause. Your collective efforts and sacrifices have paid off. Indeed, we will do it even better in subsequent years as we build on the lessons, experiences, and areas for improvement from this first edition.
God bless Omabala land.
Omabala ekunigo!
*Contributed by Pastor Nick Ibeh, who is the Administrative Secretary, Omabala Union.
Other dignitaries in attendance include Hon. Justice P.A.C Obidigwe (RTD), HRM Igwe Dr. Benneth Izuchukwu Emeka, Oke Ebo II of Umueri, HRM Igwe Dr. Emeka Ilouno, Eze Dunu, Sir Paul Chukwuma (YPP Governorship Candidate), Sen. Emma Anosike, Hon. Tony-Collins Nwabunwanne (Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Community Affairs), Chief Primus Odili, and many other high-profile sons and daughters of Omabala region.
Illustrious sons and daughters of the region, who have excelled in their various endeavours and impacted positively on the lives of Umu Omabala were conferred with awards of honour and recognition.
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Kudos to the entire members of the Board of Trustees, the Executive Committee, the Local Organizing Committee led by High Chief Elo Gwacham (Eze-Udo Ogbunike), as well as the various LGA Liaison Officers, Presidents-General, traditional rulers, and community representatives, who worked tirelessly to ensure the success of this maiden edition.
Special appreciation goes to other distinguished guests, sponsors, media partners, cultural troupes, security agencies, and every son and daughter of Omabala, who identified with this noble cause. Your collective efforts and sacrifices have paid off. Indeed, we will do it even better in subsequent years as we build on the lessons, experiences, and areas for improvement from this first edition.
God bless Omabala land.
Omabala ekunigo!
*Contributed by Pastor Nick Ibeh, who is the Administrative Secretary, Omabala Union.
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This is beautiful
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