By Enoch Uzuegbunam
Preparations are in top gear for the 2026 Afiolu Nnewi Festival, scheduled to hold from Wednesday, 26 to Saturday, 29 August 2026 in Nnewi, Anambra State.
Organisers said this year’s edition will be the grandest celebration of Igbo heritage, featuring Nnewi tradition, music, dance, cuisine, and craftsmanship.
The four-day programme includes masquerade displays, royal processions, wrestling contests, age-grade parades, cultural competitions, a football match, and a grand finale concert with top indigenous artistes.
“Afiolu is our identity, our pride, and our unity,” a member of the planning committee said. “We are expecting record attendance, new cultural exhibitions, and performances that will leave lasting memories.”
Local businesses and hospitality providers are preparing for a surge in visitors, with hotels and markets expected to be fully booked.
Residents have been urged to come out in traditional attire and take part in the festivities.
Enoch is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra state.
