Entertainment promoter Obio Oloyejulius rewards recipients in Abuja

Abuja came alive on Monday, December 1st, as High Chief Obio Oloyejulius, an entrepreneur, entertainment promoter, and real estate investor, awarded recipients with plots of land during a star-studded ceremony in the nation’s capital.

The event, described by attendees as unusually vibrant for a weekday, brought together notable figures from Nigeria’s entertainment and cultural scene. Nollywood stars Mercy Aigbe, Toyin Abraham, Sarah Martins, Yomi Fash-Lanso, Saheed Balogun, Jaiye Kuti, and Femi Branch attended, alongside music veteran Eedris Abdulkareem, filmmaker Samuel (Bigsam) Olatunji, and Commissioner DJ Wysei, who curated the night’s music.

The highlight of the evening was the presentation of special awards to selected individuals, with each award accompanied by a plot of land—a gesture observers described as uncommon in Nigeria’s award culture.

Speaking to guests, High Chief Oloyejulius explained his rationale for the initiative. “Awards should not end as something people hang on their shelves,” he said. “If we say someone has contributed value, then the reward should equally carry value. For me, giving land is symbolic—it represents stability, legacy, and a foundation people can build their dreams on. I want to honour Nigerians in a way that genuinely empowers them. My goal has always been impact, not noise, and this is one of the ways I hope to contribute to the growth of those doing meaningful work.”

He added that his activities in real estate and entertainment are rooted in creating long-term opportunities. “I believe influence should be used for the good of others. Whatever platform I have, I want to use it to uplift, inspire, and give people something tangible to hold on to,” Oloyejulius said.

Operating from Karu, Abuja, High Chief Obio Oloyejulius has built a reputation as a real estate mogul, mediapreneur, and entertainment promoter. Monday’s ceremony appears to mark his most ambitious public initiative to date.