UK-Based Nollywood Star Adenike Alajogun Hosts 2025 Odun Ifa Festival in Ondo State

The ancient city of Akure, Ondo State, is agog as popular United Kingdom–based Nollywood actress, movie producer, and businesswoman, Adenike Alajogun, has arrived Nigeria to celebrate her “Odun Ifa Festival” 2025 in grand style.

Alajogun, who is also the owner of the popular Maatan Hotel, Ibadan, and known as the Iya Aje Olokun, jetted into the country a few days ago for the cultural celebration.

The colourful three-day event kicked off yesterday, Tuesday, September 2nd, at Ijomu Osue’s Palace, Akure Town, Ondo State, and will run till Thursday, September 4th.

According to the programme lineup, Tuesday (Day 1) was dedicated to “Wiwe Ifa” and consultation, where devotees and guests can consult and listen to the voice of Oracle. Today (Day 2) has been reserved for a grand party at the compound of the Osue, while Thursday (Day 3) will feature the voice of Ifa session, where Babalawos from home and abroad will deliver messages of guidance and blessings.

This year’s edition, themed “Edu Alajogun 2025”, is being hosted by Chief Famuwagun Akomolafe, the Osue of Akure Kingdom.

Adenike Alajogun took to her Facebook page yesterday to express her excitement, writing:

“My Odun Ifa started today in grand style. Ifa mi a fohun rere simi and to my lovely family and friends/followers.”

Her post has since attracted hundreds of congratulatory messages and goodwill prayers from fans, colleagues, and admirers across the globe.

As expected, top dignitaries, traditional leaders, and Yoruba movie industry stars are set to grace the event, making it one of the biggest highlights of the ongoing Isese season in Yorubaland.

With Adenike Alajogun at the centre of it all, the festival promises to be a colourful blend of tradition, spirituality, and cultural pride.

Nigerians In UK Celebrates Lancelot Imasuen’s 30 Years Behind The Camera, Premieres First Ever Dual Movies In Edo Language

Sunday August 31st will remain a day to be remembered as several fans, friends, followers and lovers of Ambassador (Dr.) Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen, aka D’Guvnor, thronged out in their numbers at Alpha Lounge, United Kingdom, where he was hosted to a superlative luncheon to herald the celebration of his 30 years on stage in Nollywood industry.

As part of the programmes lined up to mark the celebration of the exploits of this Nollywood front line director and Africa’s most consistent filmmaker, London was agog over the weekend with dignitaries from all parts of the world celebrating his exceptional contributions to the global stage through films and motion pictures.

Top celebrities like Nosa Rex and his wife, popular presenter Yaw, of Wazobia fame and veteran Nollywood superstar, Victoria Iyama, Nigerian politician, EJ Agbonayinma (Former Lawmaker, Federal House of Representatives and now Federal Commissioner of the Public Complaint Bureau, Abuja), Mr kede Ahie, Publisher of the Nigerian Magazine UK, film producer and international make-up Guru, Cleopatra Starrets, UK based South African singer, Nicole. Others are; top Comedian Pokcupine, miltiple award winner filmmaker, Amen Imasuen, UK based anchor and Comedian, Valiho and MC Ebabayaokpa were all on ground to celebrate with the D’Guvnor

Top UK promoters, JJ Barry conglomerate, 24beats, Osazuwa Omede multi media, Richie Rich entertainment, Liosky movies were all on the ground, and they also put the celebrations together in honour of D’Guvnor himself.

Top flight personalities, and professionals of Nigerian extractions in UK were all present as well to witness the first ever dual movie, high class Edo language and Edocentric movie premiere made entirely in Edo language as part of the celebration.

This is the beginning of a 2-week planned programme to celebrate D’Guvnor. That will also feature the unveiling of his books, which will become the climax at Alliance Française, Mike Adenuga Centre In ikoyi Lagos, alongside several other program

Part of these programmes will be the 2025 International Students Film Festival, ISFF, being hosted by Imo State University in Owerri.

It’s going to be a bumper arrangement in celebrations of a man who has given his all in the empowerment of youths through films, a man who has given his all, his childhood, his youth to the development of film industry and motion pictures in Nigeria and Africa at large and undoubtedly one of the greatest export of local contents from the shores of Africa to the world.

Ariya Insight: King Saheed Osupa’s 2025 Europe Tour Soars Off To A Powerful Start in Düsseldorf – Alhaji Arems

The King of Fuji music, Saheed Osupa, has once again taken his craft beyond Nigeria’s borders, launching his highly anticipated 2025 Europe Tours to the delight of fans across the continent. The tour, organized and managed by KDI Entertainment, officially kicked off on August 23, 2025, in Düsseldorf, Germany, with a spectacular performance that has already set the tone for an unforgettable musical journey.

The Düsseldorf concert was nothing short of electrifying. With a massive turnout, fans gathered to witness Osupa deliver a thrilling night of Fuji classics, new sounds, and the unmistakable charisma that has earned him his place as one of Nigeria’s most respected entertainers. The event was a vibrant showcase of not just Fuji music, but also Nigerian cultural pride on an international stage.

A Tour Across Europe :

This year’s tour follows the remarkable success of Osupa’s 2024 European engagements, which were also powered by KDI Entertainment. Once again, the team is ensuring that the Fuji maestro connects with fans across multiple cities and countries. The confirmed stops for the 2025 tour include Amsterdam, Italy, France, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, Spain, and Denmark.

For Fuji lovers and Nigerian music enthusiasts living in these regions, this tour presents a rare opportunity to experience the depth and energy of Osupa’s live performance. His shows are known for their electrifying blend of rhythm, improvisation, and lyrical depth, offering something much more than entertainment—they are cultural celebrations.

The Role of KDI Entertainment :

At the center of this successful international push is KDI Entertainment, a Europe-based company dedicated to artist management and event promotion. The firm has been instrumental in building a stronger bridge between Nigerian musicians and the European entertainment market. Having worked with Saheed Osupa in the past, their partnership has become a blueprint for what it means to take Fuji music global.

By focusing on proper planning, structured promotions, and effective audience engagement, KDI has helped ensure that Osupa’s music resonates not only with Nigerians in the diaspora but also with new audiences across Europe. This year’s tour is proof of that growing influence.

A Celebration of Fuji Beyond Borders :

Fuji music, with its rich roots in Yoruba tradition, has long been a defining sound in Nigerian music culture. Osupa, often hailed as one of the most lyrical and versatile voices in the genre, has consistently carried Fuji into new spaces, both at home and abroad. His Europe Tour is not just a concert series; it is a cultural export, bringing the unique sounds of Nigeria into international recognition.

The Düsseldorf show highlighted this cultural significance. Fans of all backgrounds gathered, not only Nigerians, and the atmosphere was described as lively, colorful, and filled with an infectious energy that only Fuji can provide.

What’s Next On The Tour :

While Düsseldorf has set the pace, the tour is only just beginning. Over the next several weeks, Osupa and his band will make their way through major European cities, with performances scheduled to run until September 2025. Fans in Amsterdam, Paris, Rome, Madrid, Copenhagen, and other locations are already buzzing with excitement, eager to experience the King of Fuji live.

Although specific venues and dates beyond the Düsseldorf opening are still being finalized and rolled out, one thing is certain—each stop promises to be a memorable celebration of music, culture, and unity.

King Saheed Osupa’s 2025 Europe Tour is more than just a series of concerts; it is a cultural milestone. With the unwavering support of KDI Entertainment, this journey is not only showcasing Fuji’s vibrancy to the world but also reinforcing Osupa’s status as a true legend of Nigerian music.

As the tour progresses through September, one can only expect the energy, turnout, and excitement to keep growing. For fans across Europe, this is not just another tour—it is a chance to experience Fuji.