Inside the Empire: Meet the Power Trio Behind Abuja’s Hustle and Bustle Nightlife Revolution
RYNI News | Omotayo Stephen . O
29 September 2025
When you think of Nigeria’s most electrifying nightlife scenes, Hustle & Bustle in Abuja is bound to come up , a glittering symbol of luxury, entertainment, and modern African entrepreneurship. But behind the velvet ropes and champagne-soaked weekends lies a power trio redefining hospitality in West Africa.
Let’s pull back the curtain on the masterminds: Obi Cubana, Ayo Akinbode, and Sir Uyi Ogbebor — three visionaries whose collaboration has transformed nightlife into an art form and a booming business empire.
- Obi Cubana: The Kingmaker of Nigerian Nightlife
Real name, Obinna Iyiegbu, but in Nigeria, the world simply knows him as Obi Cubana — entrepreneur, philanthropist, and the undisputed heavyweight of hospitality.
As the founder of the Cubana Group, Obi has built a chain of upscale nightclubs, hotels, and restaurants that cater to Nigeria’s elite and trendsetters. Hustle & Bustle is just one jewel in his crown — a premium venue in Abuja where celebrities, politicians, and business moguls gather to see and be seen.
What sets Obi apart is his ability to turn social capital into business capital. With a magnetic public personal and a sharp business instinct, he has made his brand synonymous with luxury, influence, and unforgettable experiences. Hosting the likes of Wizkid is just another weekend in his world.
- Ayo Akinbode : The Silent Architect of Abuja’s Entertainment Scene
While Obi Cubana may dominate headlines, Ayokunle “Ayo” Akinbode is the visionary co-founder working behind the scenes to sculpt the city’s entertainment landscape.
As a driving force behind HWP Group (also known as Hotwire Partners), Ayo has played a key role in launching some of Abuja’s most exclusive venues — including the iconic Moscow Underground. His knack for identifying what’s next in entertainment and lifestyle branding has earned him recognition far beyond Nigeria’s borders, including a nod from Forbes Africa as an innovator to watch.
With a quiet confidence, Ayo is shaping the future of hospitality — one high-end concept at a time.
- Sir Uyi: The Trendsetter Merging Luxury with Vision
Uyi Ogbebor, popularly known as Sir Uyi, is the other half of the HWP powerhouse. He’s not just a businessman; he’s a lifestyle curator, blending opulence with vision to create some of Nigeria’s most compelling hospitality experiences.
From upscale clubs to sprawling real estate ventures like Apex Garden, Sir Uyi is extending his empire far beyond nightlife. He’s known for his keen aesthetic eye, impeccable taste, and a deep understanding of what moves people — and what keeps them coming back.
Together with Ayo, he’s co-architecting a nightlife renaissance, infusing Abuja’s social scene with global-level sophistication.
The Power of Collaboration: More Than Just Business
What makes the Hustle & Bustle story so compelling isn’t just the lavish décor or the celebrity clientele — it’s the synergy between these three men.
Each brings a distinct energy to the table: Obi’s larger-than-life charisma, Ayo’s strategic mind, and Uyi’s creative genius. Together, they’ve created not just a venue, but a cultural movement — one that’s putting Abuja on the global nightlife map.
In a country teeming with talent and ambition, these three stand out as game changers — not just building.
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