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I was excited when Ohanaeze announced that it's Presidency would be moving to Rivers State In 2025. That excitement is now turning sour. In 2008, Ohanaeze Presidency moved to Delta State, Ambassador Ralph Uwechue, a native of Ogwashiuku, was elected. It then moved to Ebonyi State, Eze Gary Igariwey was elected. It moved to Enugu, Nnia Nwodo,a native of Nsukka, was elected. It moved to Imo, Ambassador George Obiozor was elected, he died, Iwuanyanwu replaced him.

It was all peaceful until it moved to Rivers State, and it became thug of war. Today, three Ikwerre men are laying claim that they are Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General

On 5th of January, one of the contestants, Chief Jackson Omenazu, a native of Rumuokwurusi in Obio/Akpor LGA, held elections somewhere in Rivers State, and claimed to be the newly elected Ohanaeze President.

On the 9th of January, another Ikwerre man called Barrister Uche Okwukwu, a native of Elele, held his own elections in Portharcourt, and claimed to be the new Ohanaeze President

Then elections in Enugu on the 10th made another Ikwerre man, Senator Azuta Mbata, Ohanaeze President.

Three Ikwerre men are now laying claim to Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General!. This is madness! Never have I heard that Ohanaeze had two seperate Presidents, let alone three

The Ikwerre nation should call their sons to order, this is show of shame that will only bring division. The position of Ohanaeze President General is only for one person, not three!

I believe everything will fall in place with time,don’t fall for the propagandists who want to sell a narrative that there is a factional president…the good thing is that all of them are all from rivers state and are igbos,they have used their own hand to declare their identity…now they can’t claim not to be igbos.

The disease of Stolen mandate syndrome.

gidgiddy:
I was excited when Ohanaeze announced that it's Presidency would be moving to Rivers State In 2025. That excitement is now turning sour. In 2008, Ohanaeze Presidency moved to Delta State, Ambassador Ralph Uwechue, a native of Ogwashiuku, was elected. It then moved to Ebonyi State, Eze Gary Igariwey was elected. It moved to Enugu, Nnia Nwodo,a native of Nsukka, was elected. It moved to Imo, Ambassador George Obiozor was elected, he died, Iwuanyanwu replaced him.

It was all peaceful until it moved to Rivers State, and it became thug of war. Today, three Ikwerre men are laying claim that they are Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General

On 5th of January, one of the contestants, Chief Jackson Omenazu, a native of Rumuokwurusi in Obio/Akpor LGA, held elections somewhere in Rivers State, and claimed to be the newly elected Ohanaeze President.

On the 9th of January, another Ikwerre man called Barrister Uche Okwukwu, a native of Elele, held his own elections in Portharcourt, and claimed to be the new Ohanaeze President

Then elections in Enugu on the 10th made another Ikwerre man, Senator Azuta Mbata, Ohanaeze President.

Three Ikwerre men are now laying claim to Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General!. This madness! Never have I heard that Ohanaeze had two seperate Presidents, let alone three

The Ikwerre nation should call their sons to order, this is a show of shame that will only bring division. The position of Ohanaeze President General is only for one person, not three!

Who no go won chop free money.

Idiots that enabled cannibals and fugitives of the law will do anything to get a stooge from Rivers.

Ikwerre no b Igbo

gidgiddy:
I was excited when Ohanaeze announced that it's Presidency would be moving to Rivers State In 2025. That excitement is now turning sour. In 2008, Ohanaeze Presidency moved to Delta State, Ambassador Ralph Uwechue, a native of Ogwashiuku, was elected. It then moved to Ebonyi State, Eze Gary Igariwey was elected. It moved to Enugu, Nnia Nwodo,a native of Nsukka, was elected. It moved to Imo, Ambassador George Obiozor was elected, he died, Iwuanyanwu replaced him.

It was all peaceful until it moved to Rivers State, and it became thug of war. Today, three Ikwerre men are laying claim that they are Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General

On 5th of January, one of the contestants, Chief Jackson Omenazu, a native of Rumuokwurusi in Obio/Akpor LGA, held elections somewhere in Rivers State, and claimed to be the newly elected Ohanaeze President.

On the 9th of January, another Ikwerre man called Barrister Uche Okwukwu, a native of Elele, held his own elections in Portharcourt, and claimed to be the new Ohanaeze President

Then elections in Enugu on the 10th made another Ikwerre man, Senator Azuta Mbata, Ohanaeze President.

Three Ikwerre men are now laying claim to Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General!. This madness! Never have I heard that Ohanaeze had two seperate Presidents, let alone three

The Ikwerre nation should call their sons to order, this is a show of shame that will only bring division. The position of Ohanaeze President General is only for one person, not three!

Chief Jackson Omenazu was selected by Isiguzoru faction of Ohanaeze that always issue press release everytime.
The only recognised Ohanaeze is the one backed up southeast governors forun,SE council of ndi Eze,SE religious leadership and entire political leadership of ndi Igbo anyone that crowns himself PG outside of this group is fake.,
You can not become a POPE without being crowned in Vatican.Sen Mbata is PG of Ohanaeze the rest are rebels.

Who no like free money

Paraman:
Ikwerre no b Igbo

That's why they now have an Ikwerre man as the Ohanaeze president right?

The thing dey pain you reach your brain cells😁 better hold something before you go fall down oo😁

Tochi360:
That's why they now have an Ikwerre man as the Ohanaeze president right?

The thing dey pain you reach your brain cells😁 better hold something before you go fall down oo😁

Ikwerre no b Igbo

There is only one Ohanaeze president, the one elected in Enugu, which is the headquarters of Ohanaeze. Rivers state government sent a delegation to Enugu for the election other delegates also arrived from all other Igbo states across SE, SS and NC.

It's even amusing how the same Ikwerre where some of them habitually claim not to be Igbo are now the ones dying to be Its president. Anyways, they should grow up and act maturely or be called to order. Ohanaeze is the Apex Igbo cultural organisation worldwide and can't be drawn into all these childish tantrums by some ikwerre renegades. Delta state has more diverse Igbo tribes than Rivers state if I'm not mistaken yet their tenure was so smooth and Ralph Uwuechue was a dignified man.

proeast:
There is only one Ohanaeze president, the one elected in Enugu, which is the headquarters of Ohanaeze. Rivers state government sent a delegation to Enugu for the election other delegates also arrived from all other Igbo states across SE, SS and NC.

It's even amusing how the same Ikwerre where some of them habitually claim not to be Igbo are now the ones dying to be Its president. Anyways, they should grow up and act maturely or be called to order. Ohanaeze is the Apex Igbo cultural organisation worldwide and can't be drawn into all these childish tantrums by some ikwerre renegades. Delta state has more diverse Igbo tribes than Rivers state if I'm not mistaken yet their tenure was so smooth and Ralph Uwuechue was a dignified man.

There was no controversy at all when it was Anioma Delta state turn.Barr Ucche Okwukwu is a radical element and a controversial figure he knew his chances of being elected is zero because the extablishment will never support him..

Paraman:
Ikwerre no b Igbo

Yes oooo

The pain is severe and acute. Pele.

Grandchildren of the demon that fell from the sky will always exhibit themselves like the demon they are.

AntiZikist:
Who no go won chop free money.

Idiots that enabled cannibals and fugitives of the law will do anything to get a stooge from Rivers.

Onaeze ndigbo president was zone to Rivers state to capture them and force Igbo identity on them

And they’re not Igbos oo according to our brothers from the other side in Nairaland

Good2go1:
Grandchildren of the demon that fell from the sky will always exhibit themselves like the demon they are.

Land grabbing attaché by force 0surgbe has spoken

That's why you guys are evil. What's your business in Igbo affairs

AntiZikist:
Land grabbing attaché by force 0surgbe has spoken

Good2go1:
That's why you guys are evil. What's your business in Igbo affairs

Ikwere are not ibos .

Get that straight into your winterized skull

Igbo's should restrict their Ohaneze title to 5 South East states and stop being used by the Igbo'a in South South who always remember being Igbos when something is at stake like Ohaneze title

iamherenow10:
And they’re not Igbos oo according to our brothers from the other side in Nairaland

u Igbos just want to drag them into it forcefully by giving them ohaneze so u can lay claim to River as Igbo state

Hope u can see d rebuttal from all angle

The position of Ohanaeze president is, without question, the pinnacle of influence any Igbo man can attain. It is a seat of immense influence, commanding the loyalty and respect of the Igbo elite and granting direct access to the corridors of power in the marketplace, business world and government circles. With over 50 million highly resourceful, fiercely intelligent, and exceptionally dynamic igbos worldwide looking to you for vision and leadership, the weight of this responsibility is unmatched. It is not a role for the faint-hearted or the ill-prepared—it demands vision, strategy the very grace of God and
the unrelenting capacity to command the respect of one of the most dynamic people on the face of the planet .

I wish the next president General of ohaneze will start his tenure with Thanksgiving and seeking the face of God for this immense task. His needs all the wisdom he can muster through grace

The group does not determine who the SE votes. The most important thing is that the SE will never vote T pain because he is incompetent and lacks integrity. .What has the group done for the igbos since its existence. .2027 go loud for TPain in SE..lol

kettykin:
The position of Ohanaeze president is, without question, the pinnacle of influence any Igbo man can attain. It is a seat of immense power, commanding the loyalty and respect of the Igbo elite and granting direct access to the corridors of national authority. With over 50 million highly resourceful, fiercely intelligent, and exceptionally dynamic individuals looking to you for leadership, the weight of this responsibility is unmatched. It is not a role for the faint-hearted or the ill-prepared—it demands vision, strategy, and the unrelenting capacity to command the respect of a people renowned for their excellence and resilience.

After all this English. What have it contributed to the actualization of Biafra since its existence. They could not even secure the release of Kanu.They only gather to drink palm wine and chop kola nuts.Then release thr resolutions which is thrown into dust bin by the government

helinues:
Igbo's should restrict their Ohaneze title to 5 South East states and stop being used by the Igbo'a in South South who always remember being Igbos when something is at stake like Ohaneze title

Wetin concern you for the matter now amebo😏

Streetinvestor2:
After all this English. What have it contributed to the actualization of Biafra since its existence. They could not even secure the release of Kanu.They only gather to drink palm wine and chop kola nuts.Then release thr resolutions which is thrown into dust bin by the government

I have seen firsthand the intricate machinery of Ohanaeze at work.
Let me tell you this for free —anyone romanticizing Biafra as the ultimate destiny for the Igbo vastly underestimates the sheer magnitude of the Igbo Commonwealth as it truly exists today. With its unparalleled wealth, intellectual might, global spread, and influence, the Igbo nation, as it stands, dwarfs anything a hypothetical Biafran state could ever aspire to be. The corridors of power within Ohanaeze's Imeobi are not just where decisions are made—they are the nerve center of Igbo supremacy, unknown and unfathomable to the average Igbo man. There are truths too seismic to utter here.

Clamoring for Biafra is like a lion—the king of the entire jungle—choosing to retreat into a cage of lions alone.

It is self-limitation masquerading as liberation.

Why should the monarch of all creatures forsake its throne in the vast jungle, where every being pays homage, for a narrow kingdom of sameness? It is not just shortsighted—it is the abdication of destiny.

Streetinvestor2:
After all this English. What have it contributed to the actualization of Biafra since its existence. They could not even secure the release of Kanu.They only gather to drink palm wine and chop kola nuts.Then release thr resolutions which is thrown into dust bin by the government

Una never wan get sense. That struggle has caused more harm than good to the Igbos. Stop arming boys to die for causes they cannot achieve. Nigeria will disintegrate when the time is ripe.

Streetinvestor2:
The group does not determine who the SE votes. The most important thing is that the SE will never vote T pain because he is incompetent and lacks integrity. .What has the group done for the igbos since its existence. .2027 go loud for TPain in SE..lol

The Imeobi is not just a gathering—it is the brain trust of the Igbo race, the beating heart of strategic thought and action. It serves as the crucible where the sharpest minds and the most formidable intellects of Igboland converge, shaping the future of igbos.

Some of the most extraordinary Igbo figures in history have been in imeobi meetings.

Consider Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, a real civil Engineering marketplace guru. He took Hardel and Enic—a crumbling foreign-owned venture—and transformed it into a civil engineering colossus in the 80s .

This is a man who did not just thrive in adversity : he fought during the civil war,displayed loyalty to Biafra cause.

Tell me, what unparalleled devotion, what indomitable spirit, could we ever hope to replicate?

The Imeobi is made up of such legends. It is not merely a council—it is the very soul of Igbo greatness, and to underestimate it is to misunderstand the essence of what it means to be Igbo.

gidgiddy:
I was excited when Ohanaeze announced that it's Presidency would be moving to Rivers State In 2025. That excitement is now turning sour. In 2008, Ohanaeze Presidency moved to Delta State, Ambassador Ralph Uwechue, a native of Ogwashiuku, was elected. It then moved to Ebonyi State, Eze Gary Igariwey was elected. It moved to Enugu, Nnia Nwodo,a native of Nsukka, was elected. It moved to Imo, Ambassador George Obiozor was elected, he died, Iwuanyanwu replaced him.

It was all peaceful until it moved to Rivers State, and it became thug of war. Today, three Ikwerre men are laying claim that they are Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General

On 5th of January, one of the contestants, Chief Jackson Omenazu, a native of Rumuokwurusi in Obio/Akpor LGA, held elections somewhere in Rivers State, and claimed to be the newly elected Ohanaeze President.

On the 9th of January, another Ikwerre man called Barrister Uche Okwukwu, a native of Elele, held his own elections in Portharcourt, and claimed to be the new Ohanaeze President

Then elections in Enugu on the 10th made another Ikwerre man, Senator Azuta Mbata, Ohanaeze President.

Three Ikwerre men are now laying claim to Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General!. This is madness! Never have I heard that Ohanaeze had two seperate Presidents, let alone three

The Ikwerre nation should call their sons to order, this is show of shame that will only bring division. The position of Ohanaeze President General is only for one person, not three!

.from this your detailed account I can see that the authentic president of ohaneze is senator Azuta Mbata.
Though I am not comfortable with the allegations that he is an establishment man, and worst still a tinubu ally.
I hope senator Azuta Mbata will prove people wrong and standout as the best ohaneze president so far.
I wish him all the best.
Congratulations to Ikwerre people of Igbo land
Congratulations to Igbos in general.

Let other candidates soft-pedal and support Azuta Mbata for the good of our Igbo home land

SmartPolician:
Una never wan get sense. That struggle has caused more harm than good to the Igbos. Stop arming boys to die for causes they cannot achieve. Nigeria will disintegrate when the time is ripe.

The problem is not with the struggle for Biafra. it is that evil minded men have taken over the struggle for Biafra and are trying to turn the once peaceful zone into a kidnapping marketplace with IPOB and the security men looking aloof

Thewrath:
I believe everything will fall in place with time,don’t fall for the propagandists who want to sell a narrative that there is a factional president…the good thing is that all of them are all from rivers state and are igbos,they have used their own hand to declare their identity…now they can’t claim not to be igbos.

You mean those three presidents? Yes, they can't deny.
But if you mean all Ikwerres, then you are so wrong as nobody can forcefully define another person or group's identity for them.

Xisnin:
You mean those three presidents? Yes, they can't deny.
But if you mean all Ikwerres, then you are so wrong as nobody can forcefully define another person or group's identity for them.

It has never been a question of who are ikwerres…but rather a reaffirmation of their roots,which was stolen and politically forced on them…they speak igbo,if you like call it ikwerre,it’s still thesame language and every igbo man understands and can speak it!

They also bear igbo names which is another affirmation of their roots!

Now ohanaeze leadership has gone to them same way it went to delta state,anyone who is not happy about igbos in SS affirming their roots should go and redefine their history again like they did before.

Igboland is and can never be five states!

gidgiddy:
I was excited when Ohanaeze announced that it's Presidency would be moving to Rivers State In 2025. That excitement is now turning sour. In 2008, Ohanaeze Presidency moved to Delta State, Ambassador Ralph Uwechue, a native of Ogwashiuku, was elected. It then moved to Ebonyi State, Eze Gary Igariwey was elected. It moved to Enugu, Nnia Nwodo,a native of Nsukka, was elected. It moved to Imo, Ambassador George Obiozor was elected, he died, Iwuanyanwu replaced him.

It was all peaceful until it moved to Rivers State, and it became thug of war. Today, three Ikwerre men are laying claim that they are Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General

On 5th of January, one of the contestants, Chief Jackson Omenazu, a native of Rumuokwurusi in Obio/Akpor LGA, held elections somewhere in Rivers State, and claimed to be the newly elected Ohanaeze President.

On the 9th of January, another Ikwerre man called Barrister Uche Okwukwu, a native of Elele, held his own elections in Portharcourt, and claimed to be the new Ohanaeze President

Then elections in Enugu on the 10th made another Ikwerre man, Senator Azuta Mbata, Ohanaeze President.

Three Ikwerre men are now laying claim to Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General!. This is madness! Never have I heard that Ohanaeze had two seperate Presidents, let alone three

The Ikwerre nation should call their sons to order, this is show of shame that will only bring division. The position of Ohanaeze President General is only for one person, not three!

ikwere nation?