The Nigerian government has announced the appointment of Farooq Oreagba as global ambassador of arts and culture.
The Director General of the National Council of Arts and Culture (NCAC), Obi Asika, made the announcement in an Instagram post.
While displaying the certificate of recognition award, Obi Asika stated, “MD/CEO Designate of NG Clearing Limited, Mr. Farooq Oreagba, has been appointed Honorary Global Ambassador for the National Council for Arts and Culture, under Chief @obiasika’s leadership.
“His recognition follows his impactful presence at the 2024 Ojude Oba festival, where his viral photos showcased‘steeze’ with no age limit, celebrating Nigerian heritage and economic potential.
Also Read
“The last time I saw him, he had not gone viral, but today it’s different. He is now the King of Steeze and has brought global attention,” Asika stated.
Also, sharing the goodness on his page, the “King of Steeze” expressed his joy as he appreciated the Nigerian government for the honour.
Ogun Today recalls that Oreagba, who was among the many eye-catching attendees at the 2024 Ojude Oba Festival, stole the show.
Oreagba, who clad in a flamboyant yellow and green Asooke and rode on horseback in a picture that went viral on social media, earned the “King of Steeze” title.