Nigeria’s leading indigenous digital solutions company, Globacom, has reaffirmed its support for cultural preservation with the announcement of its headline sponsorship of the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival, marking 21 consecutive years of partnership with the people of Ijebuland.
Speaking at the festival’s pre-event press conference in Ijebu-Ode, Globacom’s representative, Mr. Olumide Orojimi, described the milestone as a testament to the company’s commitment to promoting culture, unity, and national identity.
“This edition represents a defining milestone for us,” he stated. “For twenty-one unbroken years, Globacom has walked this cultural journey with the people of Ijebuland.
“Beyond sponsorship, this partnership symbolises our deep respect for tradition, community, and the enduring spirit of our heritage.
“To commemorate this historic anniversary, we are committed to making this year’s celebration even more colourful, memorable, and impactful for Ijebu sons and daughters across the world.”
He noted that the company’s longstanding collaboration with the festival has helped enhance its profile as a globally recognised cultural and tourism event, adding that culture remains “the invisible architecture of a people’s soul.”
The 2026 edition, themed “Ojude Oba: Celebration of Culture Beyond Borders,” will also honour the legacy of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, whose reign significantly shaped the festival’s growth and prominence.
Globacom disclosed that winners in the age-grade competitions will receive cash prizes of ₦750,000, ₦600,000, and ₦500,000 for first, second, and third places respectively. Festival attendees will also have access to a range of Globacom products and devices during the event.
In his remarks, the Coordinator of the Ojude Oba Festival Organising Committee, Chief Fassy Adetokunbo Yusuff, described Globacom as “the Pacesetter in the sponsorship of Ojude Oba” and commended the company for its unwavering support over the past 21 years.
Said he, ” this festival serves as a major catalyst for economic growth and commercial activities throughout Ijebuland, “as he gave kudos to Globacom for raising the bar of the event.
