Obi Cubana at 50: Lavish Abuja Birthday Bash Lights Up Nigeria with Gifts, Glamour & Gratitude

Nigeria’s capital city, Abuja, witnessed an unforgettable celebration on April 12, 2025, as nightlife mogul and businessman Obinna Iyiegbu, popularly known as Obi Cubana, marked his 50th birthday in spectacular fashion.

Themed “50 for 50,” the milestone celebration was a grand fusion of luxury, culture, faith, music, and community impact.

Fondly called Okpataozueora1, Obi Cubana, the founder and CEO of Cubana Group, ushered in the golden age with a heartfelt Instagram post. Adorned in majestic traditional attire, he wrote:

“12.04.25 Happy Birthday, Obi Cubana. 50yrs! 50for50.”

His wife, Ebele Iyiegbu, aka Lush Eby, celebrated him with a photo and a sweet tribute:

“You are my gift, Dim oma!”

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In a touching Instagram post earlier, Cubana shared family portraits with the caption:

“My greatest achievement isn’t in business… it’s here with them. My reason. My anchor. My joy. ❤️”

The week-long celebration kicked off with music and cultural performances at his mansion, leading up to a spiritual Thanksgiving and Holy Communion service.

Samsung Nigeria hosted an exclusive pre-birthday soirée tagged “The Night Before 50,” gifting 50 Samsung S25 smartphones to guests on behalf of Obi Cubana.

Artiste Anyidons premiered a tribute track titled ‘Obi Cubana Special (Okpole Nwa Mama)’, honouring the celebrant in song.

As the festivities peaked, gifts poured in:

• 50 tricycles from Ituma Chukwuemeka (Enviable Transport Limited)
• 50 minibuses from CIG Motors, led by Jubril of Lagos and Chairman Diana Cheng
• 2,000 cartons of tomatoes from Sonia Foods
• 50 Bibles, 50 rams, and a bag full of cash from Cubana’s brother
• Fashion gifts—dresses, wigs, and bags—for 50 women courtesy of Lush Eby

The celebration also featured the “Golden Age with Gold Bar” campaign, where creatives competed to design Cubana’s 50th birthday logo for a chance to win ₦2 million, a luxury car, and VIP access to events in Abuja, Lagos, and beyond.

The main event at Transcorp Hilton turned into a visual masterpiece—black, white, and gold décor, grand chandeliers, golden thrones, and striking portraits of the birthday icon.

The guest list included celebrities and dignitaries such as Kanayo O. Kanayo, Cubana Chief Priest, Zubby Michael, AY Makun, E-Money, Kennedy Okonkwo, Daddy Freeze, and Jowizaza.

Obi Cubana’s 50th wasn’t just a birthday—it was a cultural and emotional phenomenon that merged influence with intentionality, reminding many of the power of gratitude, legacy, and community.

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