A high powered delegation of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, led by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Administration, Prof Bello Sabo, is presently in Onitsha, Anambra State, attending the 2026 Ofala Festival.
A statement from the public affairs directorate office of the VC said the festival is an annual event celebrated by the Onitsha Kingdom for over 500 years.
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The event is marked to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the people of Onitsha and its people.
The delegation was there to commemorate with the Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Nnameka Ogochukwu Achebe, who is the Chancellor of the university.
On the theme of this year’s festival; “Strive and Advance” Igwe Alfred said each generation must hand over its homeland in a more pristine condition.
At the end, the ABU delegation went on to pay homage to the traditional ruler on behalf of the University Management.
The Igwe appreciated all the members of the delegation and the University Management for their support and presence at the memorable and historic event.
Other members of the delegation included the Registrar, Dr Aliyu Dalha Kankia; President, ABU Alumni Association Worldwide, Malam Adamu Mamman Kontagora; and Prof Ken Okoli.
Others were; Director, Public Affairs Directorate, Auwalu Umar, represented by Ahmad Haruna Waziri, Director, Directorate of Advancement and International Education, Prof M I Umar-Buratai, represented by Mr Evans Womeodu; and Principal Assistant Registrar, Office of the Vice-Chancellor, Musa Aliu.
