MTN Nigeria Hosts Nationwide AFCON Watch Parties

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10 months ago

January 23, 2026

MTN Nigeria held nationwide AFCON watch parties, celebrating the Super Eagles’ bronze finish and the Morocco-Senegal final with fans and giveaways

MTN Nigeria organised nationwide watch parties for the third-place playoff and final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), celebrating African football excellence in Morocco.

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Senegal were crowned champions after a 1–0 extra-time victory over hosts Morocco, while Nigeria secured third place with a 4–2 penalty shootout win against Egypt following a goalless draw.

MTN brought the tournament excitement to Lagos and other major cities, creating immersive watch party experiences for football fans.

Supporters enjoyed live match screenings, giveaways, and exotic prizes across various locations nationwide.

Fans turned out in large numbers, generating a carnival-like atmosphere as they followed Nigeria’s bronze medal achievement and the thrilling final between Senegal and Morocco.

MTN Nigeria Chief Executive Officer Karl Toriola congratulated the Super Eagles, praising their resilience and composure throughout the tournament.

“The Super Eagles have once again demonstrated the heart and resilience that define the Nigerian spirit. To maintain such composure under pressure is a testament to the team’s character,” he said.

Toriola reaffirmed MTN’s commitment to Nigerian football, highlighting the company’s role as official communications partner and sponsor of all national teams.

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MTN aims to drive national unity and shared experiences through sports, leveraging football as a major passion point for Nigerians.

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Oluna’s Ifa Festival Draws Pasuma, Malaika to Owode Egba

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2 weeks ago

November 2, 2026

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Oluna Ifa Festival 2026 brought Pasuma, Malaika, Ibrahim Chatta and other celebrities to Owode Egba for a two-day cultural celebration

Owode Egba in Ogun State became a centre of cultural celebration on October 30 and 31, 2026, as the families of High Chief Ayoola Adeyi Olaifa, the Olu Nla, also known as Oluna of Owode Egbaland, hosted a two-day Ifa Festival featuring prominent Fuji musicians, Nollywood personalities and traditional rulers.

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The event, tagged Ifa Festival ’26, was organised around the theme of heritage, music and community, bringing together residents, visitors and entertainment personalities for two days of cultural activities and live performances.

The first day of the celebration took place at Olunla Villa, Balogun Quarters, Owode Egba, with Fuji musician Sulaimon Alao Malaika leading the entertainment.

He was joined by Alhaji Saheed Bamidele, popularly known as Ife Arawe, guest artiste Olariiki and Awise Mass Kenny, also known as Eyinju Oganla.

Activities continued on Saturday, October 31, at All Saint School 1, Owode Egba, with a bigger entertainment line-up led by Fuji star Alhaji Wasiu Alabi Pasuma, popularly known as Oganla.

Other performers included Segun Johnson and T.I Blaze, while Nollywood actor Ibrahim Chatta was scheduled to make a special appearance.

Yemi Olade and Kukoyi Adedoyin served as masters of ceremonies for the second day’s programme.

The festival also featured a strong traditional and royal presence. Oba Kolawole Arewa Sowemimo, the Gbadewolu 1 and Olu of Owode Egbaland, was named Royal Father of the Day, while Chief Otunba Michael Oluwole Soretire chaired the occasion.

The gathering brought together traditional leadership and contemporary entertainment, highlighting the role of cultural festivals in celebrating community identity and connecting different generations.

With Fuji performances, celebrity appearances and the presence of traditional rulers, Ifa Festival ’26 provided a platform for residents and visitors to celebrate the heritage and communal spirit of Owode Egbaland.

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The organisers described the event as an opportunity to celebrate culture, tradition and the identity of the community, placing Owode Egba’s cultural heritage at the centre of the two-day gathering.