APEX IGBO GROUP NAMES ICHIE NWABUEZE AS OHANAEZE CEREMONIES CHAIRMAN.


The Anambra State Chapter of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the Apex Igbo socio- cultural organization representing the interests of the Igbo people in Nigeria and plays the pivotal role of preserving the culture, promoting peaceful coexistence, and advocating for the political and socio-economic development of Igbo nation has appointed Sir Izuchukwu Nwabueze (Ichie Chinemeze N'Ukpo) as the State Chairman of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Ceremonies Committee Anambra State Chapter.


The appointment was conveyed in a letter dated 17th of August 2023 and Signed by Obi Chukwuemekalum Udodeme, the Anambra State Chairman of Ohanaeze Ndigbo who entrusted Sir Izuchukwu Nwabueze with the onerous responsibility of planning and organising all ceremonial activities of Ohanaeze Ndigbo in Anambra State.


Sir Izuchukwu Nwabueze a Rotarian and Paul Harris Fellow, Justice of Peace, Peace Ambassador and Director of Social Services and Corporate Communications, Dunukofia National Congress and the Principal Secretary to the Traditional Ruler of Ukpo Ancient Kingdom and the head of Dunukofia clan in Dunukofia Local government area of Anambra State. A Member of the revered Igwe In-Council Ukpo, Chairman Dunukofia Museum Project Committee.


Prior to his appointment as Ohanaeze ceremony chairman, Sir Ichie Nwabueze, a professional accountant, ex- banker and a former MD Premier Breweries PLC Onitsha, served as the chairman Ukpo ceremonies committee and successful organised high profile events in Ukpo, Dunukofia Local government area of Anambra State. Ichie Nwabueze is a member of Ukpo Economic and Investment Board, Member Anambra State and Ukpo Joint Venture Steering Committee, CEO Izudatcares Ventures ltd Nnewi, CEO Smartview Printing Press Nnewi.



Ohanaeze Ndigbo was formed in 1976 by the renowned constitutional lawyer, Professor Ben Nwabueze and supported by Kingsley Mbadiwe, Dr. Francis Akanu Ibiam, Dr. Michael Iheonukara Okpara, Dr. Pius Okigbo, and Chief Jerome Udorji (who served as the first Secretary General), among other notable Igbos and it's current President General of is Chief Engr. Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu (Ahaejiagamba Ndigbo).



Ohanaeze Ndigbo plays a pivotal role in preserving and promoting Igbo culture, traditions, and language. It organizes cultural events, festivals, and exhibitions to showcase the rich heritage of the Igbo people. The Apex Igbo body also serves as a voice for the Igbo people, advocating for their rights, interests, and development within the Nigerian state. It actively engages with government officials, policymakers, and other stakeholders to address issues affecting the Igbo community.


It further strives to promote peaceful coexistence and harmony among different ethnic groups in Nigeria. It engages in dialogue and mediation efforts to resolve conflicts and foster unity, particularly within the Igbo community and with other ethnic groups while providing mentorship programs, scholarships, and vocational training for Igbo Youths to ensure that the younger generation is prepared to contribute to the development of the Igbo community and Nigeria as a whole.

Has he been sanctioned by Prime Minister Simon Ekpa?