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From Port Harcourt to the world stage, the Bolé Festival lit up the city with Africa’s boldest flavours, unstoppable rhythms, and vibrant creativity. More than just roasted plantain and fish, the festival is a living celebration of heritage, culture, and community, bringing together thousands from near and far for a weekend of fire-roasted delicacies, electric performances, and unforgettable experiences.

At the heart of it all was Orijin, championing culture and keeping tradition alive. From the beats to the bites, Orijin showed why it’s more than a brand, it’s a celebration of the Port Harcourt spirit.

Here’s everything that went down:

1. Free Orijin Drinks

Festival goers enjoyed complimentary Orijin drinks at the Orijinal stand throughout the two-day event. Each sip perfectly complemented the smoky bole and fish, creating a flavour experience that connected people to both taste and tradition. The drinks encouraged mingling and conversation, helping everyone enjoy the festival together.

2. Cultural Dancers and the Mgbadike Masquerade

Orijin brought tradition to life with energetic cultural dancers who captivated the crowd with rhythm and movement. The Mgbadike masquerade added a mesmerising visual element, showcasing the richness of local heritage. Guests weren’t just spectators; many joined in, experiencing culture firsthand.

3. Fun, Games, and Shared Moments

From light-hearted games to spontaneous dance circles, the Orijin stand buzzed with interaction. Festival goers collected branded fans, enjoyed face painting, and took photos on the iconic Orijin throne. Laughter, dance, and friendly competition turned strangers into friends, creating moments that will be remembered long after the festival ended.

Adding depth to the excitement, Dejudge Glasgow delivered a powerful spoken word piece that moved the audience, reminding them of what culture truly means and underscoring the importance of preserving heritage while celebrating it in contemporary ways.

Orijin’s presence at the 2025 Bolé Festival went beyond entertainment, offering an activation that celebrated cultural heritage in a way that resonated with today’s generation.

Through music, dance, food pairings, interactive activities, and refreshing Orijin drinks, the brand created an immersive experience where festivalgoers could connect with their roots while embracing modern expressions of culture.

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The prestigious Ojude Oba Festival returns on June 8, 2025, to Ijebu Ode — and this year, Orijin steps in as the headline alcoholic beverage sponsor, promising a celebration deeply rooted in culture, pride, and Afro-urban flair.

Let’s look at some of the things to look forward to at the most talked-about festival in 2025:

1. Sultry Soul Snatching Orijinal Night

As the sun sets on June 7, Orijin is lighting up Ijebu Ode with its headline experience: Orijinal Night. An evening of all the dreamy owambe vibes where tradition meets big-stage energy.

Live music, free-flowing Orijin, cultural heat, and enough rhythm to make you dance without cares or worries. Whether you’re there for the roots or just the records, this night is for the culture.

2. The Music Lineup Is Straight Lit – Saheed Osupa, 9ice, Many More

We’re not joking. The lineup is eclectic; there will be Fuji, Apala, and Yoruba classics that’ll make your spirit high.
Let’s start with the legends: Saheed Osupa will be delivering pure Apala & Fuji goodness with that signature spiritual voltage, 9ice will be repping with that Alapomeji flavour and his street credibility. Reminisce for sure is bringing bars, while Abey & Awesome are bringing energy.

3. The Orijinal Village Is Where the Party’s At

The name says it all. This is Orijin’s home base in Ijebu Ode for the Ojude Oba, but no, it won’t be just about beer. Expect games, chill zones, branded corners, photo booths, small chops, gist circles, and the perfect spot to hang with your regberegbe or toast with strangers who feel like family.

It’s the kind of place where you stop by for five minutes and end up staying till the talking drums kick in.

4. Drip, Steeze, and Regalia That Speak Culture Fluently

Ojude Oba is basically the High Fashion Gala of Yoruba land, where everyone is a star, and Orijin is there to toast the steeze. From coral beads to sky-high geles, agbadas with attitude to horsemen in full-on royalty. This is where ancestral drip meets modern slay.

Spoiler: Be on the lookout for Orijin-branded looks and accents that will be part of the Ojude Oba steeze this year.

5. Royalty, Regberegbe, and That Iconic Horse Parade

The parade is where it all comes together: age-grade squads marching in unison, adorned in full Yoruba splendour.
Horses decked out. Riders up and regal. Brass bands echoing down the road. It’s the heartbeat of Ojude Oba. And right amid all this cultural magic? Orijin, standing proud with the people, celebrating the roots with them with every step.

6. Toasts, Free Drinks, and Photo Moments for the Culture

Again, the intention to keep everyone joyful is crystal clear. There’ll be free Orijin moments, branded lounges for chilling, and immersive photo booths for you to capture your outfit, your crew, and your vibe in full cultural glory. Every toast at Ojude Oba 2025 will taste like roots, rhythm, and pride.

7. That Deeply Rooted, “We Belong Here” Feeling

More than the music. More than the drip. What Orijin is really offering is that feeling of being seen; of having your culture not just represented, but respected and celebrated.

From the first sip to the last photo, you’ll know that this is a homecoming. So, what is it going to be?
Will you be told, or will you be there?
If you’ve ever attend a Nigerian party, you’ll know how extravagant, amusing and flamboyant they can be! Here are 12 pictures that prove that no one else can throw a party like Nigerians can!
1. The divine taste of party jollof rice, small chops and assorted meat.

My stomach has found its soulmate and it’s Nigerian party food.
2. When everybody dresses like they are on their way to meet the president of Nigeria.

We must dress for inauguration, Oscars, Grammys, AMVCAs and MAMAs all in one night!
3. And some Nigerians will come ready to out-dress the host.

Sister, iz okay. Your own will come soon.
4. How everyone turns up when their favourite Nigerian banger comes on.

Once you hear “Sarz on the beat” or “It’s Young Jon the Wicked Producer”! It is lit!!

5. When they bring out the talking drums and the band starts to hail you.

Let it rain!

6. And if it’s your own party, you know you’re about to make some moneyyyy!

Plix, I only take dollars at this time. Tenks.
7. How some people will be arguing over party pack.

Ahn ahn… all because of party pack?
8. And those people that will be hiding food in Nylon bag!

Yes we know the food is delicious but NYLON!!? Upon all the Hermes bag you’ve been carrying!
9. And we absolutely love to have a photoshoot for every party we throw.

Just passed your first year in university? Photo shoot. Promotion at work? Photo shoot. Getting married? Pre-wedding shoot of course!
10. And even at your graduation party, you can get Nigerian celebs to come through, perform and slay lives.

Whether A-list, B-list, C-list or No-list at all, every photo-op is necessary.
11. Only Nigerians can have a themed-party for a wedding.

Amusement park meets wedding.
12. And if you are single and attending a Nigerian party, you just might get seized!

Soon you’ll be throwing your own Nigerian party that has Zero Competition! Don’t forget to serve Orijin Zero!
We’re not assuming anything but can we guess how much palaver your bae will give you? Take this quiz to find out.
1. When your relatives give you money and your parents collect it from you immediately.

Wow, no chill at all.
2. And when you ask for it, you’re ungrateful because “All the food you’ve been eating here nko”.

I didn’t even know I had to pay for food, but okay!
3. When they say “Tell me the truth, I won’t get angry” and then proceed to start shouting.

I thought we had a deal!
4. When you tell your mum you’re in love and she calls a family meeting.

I’m not even here.
5. And these are your parents every Valentine’s day till you’re 21.

But they want you to marry o!
6. According to them, every bad thing that happens to you is because you’re always pressing your phone.

How??
7. When you say you want to visit your friends and they proceed to almost ruin that friendship by asking “How many times have they visited you?”

Thanks for that.
8. When they miss no chance to compare you to your ‘better behaved’ friend.

“Just look at how polite Mrs. A’s son is…and you you will be shouting like a conductor”.
9. When you tell them you want to study Theatre Arts and they just breakdown because you have disgraced the family.

You want all my hard work to be in vain?
10. When you make the mistake of enjoying yourself after failing an exam.

“Is this how you want to live your life?”
11. When you’re rude to your mom and she starts reporting you to everybody.

I’m so very sorry. Please.
12. When you ask for a little freedom and they start giving you examples of people who had freedom and are now misbehaving in society.

Okay! Okay! I’ll stay inside.
13. How they look at you when you bring your friend that is smarter than you home.

So do you people want to give me away now?
14. When visitors come to the house and your mom has downloaded your progress to them in less than five minutes.

WYD, ma?
15. When you’re gisting with your dad and he suddenly turns the joke into a lecture.

Every damn time!
16. When you’re sick or sad, but your mom tells you that the pot won’t wash itself.

WOW!
17. When you wear ripped or distressed clothes and attempt to leave the house.

What were you thinking?
Because our parents have #ZeroTolerance, best to have Orijin Zero to step down.

At least they can’t complain that it has alcohol…

1. Sultry Soul Snatching Orijinal Night

2. The Music Lineup Is Straight Lit – Saheed Osupa, 9ice, Many More

3. The Orijinal Village Is Where the Party’s At

4. Drip, Steeze, and Regalia That Speak Culture Fluently

5. Royalty, Regberegbe, and That Iconic Horse Parade

6. Toasts, Free Drinks, and Photo Moments for the Culture

7. That Deeply Rooted, “We Belong Here” Feeling

1. The divine taste of party jollof rice, small chops and assorted meat.

2. When everybody dresses like they are on their way to meet the president of Nigeria.

3. And some Nigerians will come ready to out-dress the host.

4. How everyone turns up when their favourite Nigerian banger comes on.

5. When they bring out the talking drums and the band starts to hail you.

6. And if it’s your own party, you know you’re about to make some moneyyyy!

7. How some people will be arguing over party pack.

8. And those people that will be hiding food in Nylon bag!

9. And we absolutely love to have a photoshoot for every party we throw.

10. And even at your graduation party, you can get Nigerian celebs to come through, perform and slay lives.

11. Only Nigerians can have a themed-party for a wedding.

12. And if you are single and attending a Nigerian party, you just might get seized!

1. When your relatives give you money and your parents collect it from you immediately.

2. And when you ask for it, you’re ungrateful because “All the food you’ve been eating here nko”.

3. When they say “Tell me the truth, I won’t get angry” and then proceed to start shouting.

4. When you tell your mum you’re in love and she calls a family meeting.

5. And these are your parents every Valentine’s day till you’re 21.

6. According to them, every bad thing that happens to you is because you’re always pressing your phone.

7. When you say you want to visit your friends and they proceed to almost ruin that friendship by asking “How many times have they visited you?”

8. When they miss no chance to compare you to your ‘better behaved’ friend.

9. When you tell them you want to study Theatre Arts and they just breakdown because you have disgraced the family.

10. When you make the mistake of enjoying yourself after failing an exam.

11. When you’re rude to your mom and she starts reporting you to everybody.

12. When you ask for a little freedom and they start giving you examples of people who had freedom and are now misbehaving in society.

13. How they look at you when you bring your friend that is smarter than you home.

14. When visitors come to the house and your mom has downloaded your progress to them in less than five minutes.

15. When you’re gisting with your dad and he suddenly turns the joke into a lecture.

16. When you’re sick or sad, but your mom tells you that the pot won’t wash itself.

17. When you wear ripped or distressed clothes and attempt to leave the house.

Because our parents have #ZeroTolerance, best to have Orijin Zero to step down.