FG Honors Farooq Oreagba ‘King of Steeze’ with Cultural Ambassador Title

Meet Farooq Oreagba, the “King of Steeze” who stole the show at the 2024 Ojude Oba Festival! Clad in a stunning green and yellow Asooke Agbada, he rode into the festival on horseback, his majesty and style earning him a viral photo and the coveted title.

But Oreagba’s impact went far beyond his fashion sense. Despite battling terminal cancer for over a decade, he has remained a beacon of hope and resilience, inspiring countless people with his courage and positivity.

The National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) took notice of Oreagba’s exceptional representation of Nigerian culture and honored him as an Honorary Ambassador for the Council.

Obi Asika, Director General of NCAC, announced Oreagba’s recognition on his Instagram page, praising his energy and spirit: “I could not be happier to announce him as an Hon Ambassador for the National Council for Arts and Culture @ncac_nigeria and celebrate him and his boundless energy and spirit. He is now the King of Steeze and brought global attention to #OjudeOba the key traditional festival of Ijebu Ode celebrating the Awujale.

“For at least the last decade, he has been getting on his horse, dressed in magnificent asoke, and representing his family and culture. We discussed what made this year different, and why the reaction was it the photographer, was it the festival, or was it just God’s time? I believe it was just meant to be.

“My brother is a fighter, diagnosed with terminal cancer, and he has been fighting it for a decade and never been anything but positive. He has been an inspiration to his friends and now we are sharing him with the world. He represents all that is good about Nigeria; pls celebrate him, a true Nigerian original!

“I know he is braver than almost anyone I know, from the way he confronts his pain and has always repped Naija since I have known him. Congrats again, and thanks for all you do.”

Oreagba’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. From his grand entrance at the festival to his inspiring personal journey, he has shown the world what it means to be a true Nigerian original. Join us in celebrating this cultural icon and his unwavering spirit!