A Celebration of Culture and Affluence: Obi Jackson Hosts Grand Traditional Marriage Ceremony in Okija
Marriage is a sacred institution established through the union of a man and a woman, based on their mutual agreement to become husband and wife. Marriage ceremonies are special events that evoke a unique sense of bliss among participants—celebrants and invitees alike—especially as they reconnect friends and families from far and near.
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025, marked a groundbreaking moment in Anambra State at Okija, the country home of Obi Jackson, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Nestoil and founder of the ObiJackson Foundation. On this day, he traditionally gave his daughter in marriage to the son of industrial magnate, Emma Bishop Okonkwo. The event was a celebration of culture, affluence, and the assembly of distinguished personalities.
The ceremony was graced by numerous prominent figures from Anambra State, whose blend of noble outfits and regal attire created a majestic spectacle that enhanced the grandeur of the occasion. Among the attendees were business moguls, industry leaders, top political elites, and revered traditional rulers.
A non-exhaustive list of attendees included the Ikuku Oma Campaign Organization and their principal, Owelle Prince Dr. Nicholas Chukwujekwu, MFR; Hon. Engr. Humphrey C. Nsofor, FNSE; Ikenga Dozie Ikedife Jr.; Chief Hon. Cosmas Maduba (Odebube N’Isu); Hon. Commissioner for Agriculture in Imo State, Sir Dr. Daniel Chukwudozie, FNSE, OON; Sir Dr. Alex Chika Okafor, OFR; Dr. Innoson Chukwuma, MD of Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company Limited; the Chairman of the Anambra State Traditional Council, HRM Igwe Iweka, Eze Uzu Awka III; Prince Nnanna Nsofor of Jesse Hotels Awka; and many others.
The remarkable event took place at the Obijackson Event Center in Okija, a venue with the capacity to accommodate over 5,000 guests. In addition to the aforementioned dignitaries, the ceremony witnessed the presence of notable figures such as former Governor of Delta State James Ibori; the 2023 Labour Party Presidential Candidate Mr. Peter Obi; Chief Obi Cubana; the wife of the current Abia State Governor; Prince Arthur Eze; Senator Dr. Chris Ngige; Senator Ben Ndi Obi; Senator Dr. Tony Nwoye; Senator Victor Umeh; Hon. Osita Chidoka; Chief Chris Uba; Chief Pete Edochie; and Igwe Achebe of Onitsha.
