Ofala Festival (Onitsha)

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Ofala Festival (Onitsha) Occurrence: Annually (October) Location: Ime Obi, Onitsha, Anambra State The Experience: Step into the royal court of the Obi of Onitsha . This is a high-society cultural display where the King breaks his seclusion to dance for his people. The festival is a sea of red caps, coral beads, and the powerful sounds of the Ikoro (huge slit drum). It’s a mix of ancient ritual and modern corporate-sponsored pageantry.

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Ofala Festival (Onitsha)

Occurrence: Annually (October)
Location: Ime Obi, Onitsha, Anambra State

The Experience: Step into the royal court of the Obi of Onitsha. This is a high-society cultural display where the King breaks his seclusion to dance for his people. The festival is a sea of red caps, coral beads, and the powerful sounds of the Ikoro (huge slit drum). It’s a mix of ancient ritual and modern corporate-sponsored pageantry.