Everything you need to know about Obi Cubana, Biography and philanthropist life

Obi Iyiegbu popularly known as Obi Cubana is a Nigerian businessman and entrepreneur. He hails from Oba in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Obi Cubana is one of the names that come to mind when you talk of the richest entertainment business moguls in Anambra State, Nigeria. Although Obi Cubana is not the richest person in Anambra state, he is a serial entrepreneur and he is extremely rich.

He is one of the Igbo men in Nigeria whose wealth can be said to be unbelievable. Don’t guess much about his source of wealth. Obi Cubana runs several businesses, owns a set of the most expensive hotels in Nigeria, and houses (assets) all over Nigeria.

In this article, we will bring to you everything you need to know Obi Cubana

BIOGRAPHY

The popular Nigerian Businessman, Obi Cubana was born on 12th April 1975 in Anambra State. He hails from Oba in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Obi Cubana attended Central Primary School where he obtained his First School Leaving Certificate. He obtained his West Africa Secondary School Certificate at Dennis Memorial Grammar School (DMGS).

He further obtained a degree in political science from the University of Nigeria Nsukka in 1998.

CAREER

Obi Cubana career started in 2006 as he founded a Club called Ibiza Club. With the great success recorded in the establishment of Ibiza Club, he proceeded to establish Cubana group in 2009, a hospitality club that provides all-around entertainment satisfaction.

His Cubana business which started in Owerri now has branches in Abuja and Lagos. His inspiration to start up Cubana business was that entertainment to him is a means to escape all the stress of the world.

Obi Cubana in an interview revealed he is considering the possibility of venturing into real estate and Cubana group.

OBI CUBANA’s BUSINESSES

Cubana was first established in Owerri, the Imo state capital. Today, Cubana has spread across various states in the country including Lagos, Abuja and Enugu.

Cubana businesses and establishments include

Rolex Hotels – Lagos
Cubana Leisure Outfits
Pablo Cubana – Lagos
Crave Cubana – Abuja
Grand Cubana Hotels – Abuja
Opium Cubana – Owerri
Cubana Night Clubs – Lagos
Gustavo Cubana- Enugu

MARITAL LIFE

Obi Cubana is happily married to Ebele Iyiegbu, a Lawyer by profession. Their marriage was held in 2008 and they are blessed with four sons. His wife, Ebele Iyiegbu, is the founder and owner of the KIEK foundation, a non-governmental organization.

OBI CUBANA PHILANTHROPIST LIFE

Obi Cubana has garnered attention for his benevolent deeds, as his family owns the KIEK Foundation that provides the less privileged kids with healthcare, education and adequate food supply.

In the past years, Obi has pulled many children of the street, providing them with a sound education that sets them on the way to get the best of life

Obi Cubana is not being selfish and stingy, he is generous, he has helped most of his friends.

OBI CUBANA’s NET WORTH

Obi Cubana is estimated to be worth about $50 million

MOTHER’S BURIAL

In December 2020, Obi Cubana lost his mother, whose name is Odoziaku Akaeze to the cold hand of death. The burial which took place on July 16, 2021, attracted a whole lot of donations from top dignitaries, celebrities, politicians as well as his long time right-hand man, Cubana Chief Priest.

According to reports, Obi Cubana received over 400 cows as gift to Grace the passing of his mother. While some lamented that much number of cows is a bit over the top, a Twitter user pointed out that Obi Cubana received those gifts not because he is good but because he is rich.

Meanwhile, a recent report reveals that Obi Cubana has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.