Telecommunications giant Globacom brought excitement to Ibadan on Monday as it rewarded loyal customers with two brand-new Kia Picanto cars and other valuable prizes in its ongoing Festival of Joy promotion.
At the prize presentation ceremony held at Gloworld, Ring Road, Ibadan, 65 additional winners received power generators, sewing machines, and grinding machines, further demonstrating the company’s commitment to giving back to its customers.
The grand prize winners were Mr. Adeola Olatayo Silas, a quantity surveyor, and Mr. Seun Okeowo, a media practitioner. Overwhelmed with joy, Silas expressed his excitement, saying, “I have always been a fan of Globacom and hoped to win someday. I am delighted that my desire has become a reality.”
Similarly, Okeowo, who had closely followed the Festival of Joy promo, expressed his appreciation and prayed for continued success for the company.
Other Winners Share Their Excitement
Among the other winners, Oluwole Babatunde Olusegun, an Ibadan-based teacher who received a sewing machine, shared his plans to have his wife and children learn fashion designing with it.
Pastor Oluwole Abayomi, a generator winner from Akure, admitted he was initially skeptical when he received the call about his prize but was later convinced of its authenticity.
Waheed Azeez, a 50-year-old trailer driver who won a grinding machine, said the prize would help his wife start a milling business.
The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Chief Adebayo Lawal, commended Globacom for its generosity, describing the company as “a pride of Nigeria and Africa.” He urged other organizations to emulate Globacom’s dedication to empowering Nigerians.
How to Participate in Festival of Joy
Speaking at the event, Globacom’s Head of Business, West, Mr. Abdulazak Ande, explained that to participate in the Festival of Joy promo, new and existing subscribers need to dial *611#, opt into the promo, and continue recharging to qualify for various prizes. He added that new subscribers can join immediately by purchasing and registering a SIM before dialing *611#.
Event Witnessed by Top Industry Figures and Celebrities
The event was attended by representatives of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), including Engr. Akinwale Akanbi, as well as popular brand influencers such as comedian Seyi Law, Nollywood actors Odunlade Adekola, Tunde Usman (Okele), Bimbo Thomas, Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi, and content creator Kiekie.
Globacom continues to reward customer loyalty through its Festival of Joy promo, reinforcing its position as a customer-focused brand committed to making a positive impact.
