Chibuike Azubuike, who declared himself the "Obi of Lagos" and was arrested by Lagos police in September for an alleged fraud scheme, has issued a public apology to the Lagos State Government and the Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu.
Azubuike had sparked controversy by proposing to hold a New Yam Festival, an Igbo cultural event, in Lagos during September.
The move drew sharp criticism for attempting to introduce Igbo traditions in a state deeply rooted in Yoruba culture and heritage, prompting his arrest over related fraudulent activities.
In a public notice published in a national daily, Azubuike expressed regret for his actions, stating, “I sincerely apologize to the Lagos State Government and the revered Oba of Lagos for any offense caused.”
He pledged to conduct himself respectfully moving forward, committing to uphold decorum in line with the state’s cultural values.
“I, Mr Chibuike Azubuike, hereby tender this unreserved apology to the Oba of Lagos, Federal Government of Nigeria, the government, and the good people of Lagos State over my unguided proposal to hold the New Yam Festival, which was scheduled to take place on Saturday, the 13th of September 2025, at Amuwo Odofin area of Lagos State".
“The caption therein as ‘OBI OF LAGOS’ was a typographical error from the print man,” he wrote.
He added that he was not coerced into cancelling the festival, but chose to do it of his own volition, adding that it was not politically motivated.
“Contrary to insinuations that it is politically motivated, I’m not a politician, and even if I have the intention of joining any political party in the near future, I should join the ruling All Progressives Congress to ensure the state moves forward,” Azubuike added.
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