In 2024, during the Ojude Oba festival, Farooq Oreagba, a businessman and cancer counselor, became a cultural symbol of the festival after making an unscripted grand entry into the pavilion.
A year later, he remains a talking point, as many looked forward to catching a glimpse of the fashionista styled as “King of Steeze.”
Here are photos from the 2025 Ojude Oba festival, with Farooq Oreagba embodying yet again class, charisma, and courage.
What you should know
Barely 5 hours after the commencement of the festival, search queries such as Ojude Oba, Farooq Oreagba, Ojude Oba 2025, What’s Ojude Oba, amongst others have taken over Google and other search engines.
As of the time of filing this report, people residents in different states across Nigeria have taken to the internet to see photos and stream videos from the festival.
On Google alone, Osun State is leading the trend of most traffic with a 100 bar against 86 bar from Ogun State, 73 from Kwara State, 57 from Imo State, and 38 from Oyo State.
Kwara’s interest in Ojude Oba
This year, Kwara State’s emergence as one of the top search locations is quite surprising, particularly since its capital, Ilorin, is also home to the Ilorin Durbar festival on the same day.
This could underscore the increasing interest in inter-communal celebrations across Nigeria and the broader African region.
Who is Farooq Oreagba?
Farooq Oreagba is a distinguished banker and cancer counselor who has made a name for himself as a fashion icon and cultural influencer, particularly through his impressive appearances at the Ojude Oba festival. His unique blend of style, charisma, and confidence has earned him the title “King of Steeze.”
What is Ojude Oba festival?
Ojude Oba is a traditional festival celebrated by the Ijebu people of Nigeria, showcasing their rich cultural heritage and traditions. The festival brings together prominent figures and dignitaries, offering a platform for cultural exchange, entertainment, and celebration. It’s a highly anticipated event that highlights the community’s history, customs, and values.
In 2025, numerous movie actors, music artistes, and politicians including former governor of Ogun State, Sen. Gbenga Daniel, Ibrahim Chatta, Lateef Adedimeji, Lil Kesh, Femi Branch have been spotted to attend.
Beyond the new Farooq Oreagba’s branding of the festival, many other names, especially from the socially mobile demography such as Timi Ade, Princess Adesile, and Prince Adedoyin Alatise, have also become strong voices for the Ileya-hitched festival.
