Onitsha set for annual Ofala festival on October 16

By Vincent Ujumadu

The Palace of the Obi of Onitsha has announced that the prestigious annual Ofala Onitsha Festival will hold on Friday, October 16, 2026, with the theme, “From Resilience to Progress.”

Chairman of the Ofala Steering Committee, Okechukwu Mike Areh, said the theme reflects the collective spirit, determination and aspirations of the Onitsha people.

According to him, the theme captures the resolve of Ndi Onicha to preserve their heritage while striving for greater progress and development.

“This theme, ‘From Resilience to Progress,’ calls on every Onye Onicha to move forward and advance our heritage and future together,” Areh said.