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The council explained that a true "Eze" is enthroned and coronated by his community or kingdom following traditional rites, divinations, and sacred ancestral ceremonies, and must have a kingdom or community to govern.

The South-East Council of Traditional Rulers has officially abolished the use of the title "Eze Ndigbo" by Igbo leaders residing outside the Igbo land.

In a communique signed by prominent traditional rulers, including His Royal Majesty, Eze E.C. Okeke, (Eze Imo), and His Royal Majesty, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe (Leader), the council introduced a new title, "Onyendu Ndigbo," to be used by Igbo leaders in foreign lands or outside Nigeria.

According to the communique SaharaReporters obtained on Thursday, the decision was made to provide clarity on the use of the title "Eze" outside Igbo land, citing that it is a sacred traditional title exclusively reserved for recognised traditional rulers in the South-East.

The council explained that a true "Eze" is enthroned and coronated by his community or kingdom following traditional rites, divinations, and sacred ancestral ceremonies, and must have a kingdom or community to govern.

The council appreciates the efforts of Igbo leaders in Diaspora in unifying Ndigbo and fostering peaceful coexistence with host communities.

However, they deemed it necessary to abolish the use of the "Eze Ndigbo" title, citing that it is not a political or ceremonial title but one deeply rooted in Igbo tradition and heritage.

The new title, "Onyendu Ndigbo," is to be adopted by all Igbo leaders in Diaspora immediately. The directive extends to all official documents, signposts, letterheads, and public representations.

The Council warned that failure to comply with this directive will be considered a serious act of defiance, misconduct, and disregard for Igbo traditional authority and judicial pronouncements.

The Southeast Council of Traditional Rulers welcomes all Igbo leaders in Diaspora into this new era of cultural unity and mutual respect.

They extend their hand of fellowship to all Igbo leaders abroad and urge them to embrace this resolution for the collective growth and advancement of Ndigbo.

As custodians of Igbo heritage, the council emphasizes the importance of working together to uphold the dignity of Igbo culture and traditions, ensuring they are respected and preserved at all times.

This development is expected to foster better recognition, reconciliation, and cooperation between Igbo leaders abroad and traditional/government authorities at home.

The council's decision is a significant step towards preserving Igbo culture and traditions, and promoting unity among Igbo leaders worldwide. It remains to be seen how this development will impact the relationships between Igbo leaders in Diaspora and traditional authorities in Igbo land.

SaharaReporters reported on July 8 a wave of protests and heated public discourse in some parts of Ghana following the installation of a traditional Igbo ruler, Eze Chukwudi Ihenetu, as “Eze Ndi Igbo Ghana” (King of Igbo People in Ghana).

The development reportedly sparked a complex debate over sovereignty, cultural identity, and the boundaries of foreign community leadership.

The uproar, according to the report was spearheaded by youth organisations in Accra and the Eastern Region, adding the it was intensified after images circulated online showing Eze Ihenetu’s grand palace in Accra, adorned with regal symbols and elaborate architecture.

https://saharareporters.com/2025/07/17/south-east-traditional-rulers-council-abolishes-eze-ndigbo-title-igbo-leaders-diaspora

Reno Omokri, it's just change of nomenclature.

REST.

.. considering their penchant for dishonoring elderly advice, I can only hope and pray they listen to the voice of elders this time

This people Sha.
Always trying to outsmart their host with unreasonable act.
What happens to living peacefully without creating tensions under a false titles.

I think they should have adopted Eze ndibiafra. After actualization of Biafra, will the name ndigbo still exist?

AdolfHitlerxXx:
Only Tinubu should be Eze Ndigbo for obvious reasons.

And Joe Igbokwe, the greatest political leader from SE.

hahahahahah you just dey fine trouble this morning Abe?

Igbos and chieftaincy titles be like 5 and 6. They love titles pass anything

Why naaa! Now it will be very difficult to domesticate them now ! Who dash them sense now??

AdolfHitlerxXx:
Only Tinubu should be Eze Ndigbo for obvious reasons.

And Joe Igbokwe, the greatest political leader from SE.

Joe igbokwe the gutter cleaner 😏
Which politics him dey do?

AdolfHitlerxXx:
Only Tinubu should be Eze Ndigbo for obvious reasons.

And Joe Igbokwe, the greatest political leader from SE.

Then they talk about real human beings, this one they talk about Ndi Ara

enemyofprogress:
Igbos and chieftaincy titles be like 5 and 6. They love titles pass anything

Same titles tulumbu and his wife are always hustling for?

chopnaira:
The council explained that a true "Eze" is enthroned and coronated by his community or kingdom following traditional rites, divinations, and sacred ancestral ceremonies, and must have a kingdom or community to govern.



https://saharareporters.com/2025/07/17/south-east-traditional-rulers-council-abolishes-eze-ndigbo-title-igbo-leaders-diaspora

Finally,

The council explained that a true "Eze" is enthroned and coronated by his community or kingdom following traditional rites, divinations, and sacred ancestral ceremonies, and must have a kingdom or community to govern.

Levels1:
This people Sha.
Always trying to outsmart their host with unreasonable act.
What happens to living peacefully without creating tensions under a fakse titles.

So the Yoruba village in south Caroline USA, that has an Oba is okay. But once it is ibo. They are trying to outsmart their host. Dey deceive yourself tribalist...

The oba of the south carolinA village, mistakenly paid homeage to the palace in oyo . And was beaten to a pulp and later died. This is the jealousy that is natural within. If this can be meted out to their people. What else remain.

In all honesty, I think this is right..

The name is better

MightySparrow:
I think they should have adopted Eze ndibiafra. After actualization of Biafra, will the name ndigbo still exist?

Caucasians are not only found in Britain or Germany.


Jews are not only found in Israel.


Igbos are not only found in the Southeast, so replacing Ndigbo with Biafra have no correlation

richiemcgold:
.. considering their penchant for dishonoring elderly advice, I can only hope and pray they listen to the voice of elders this time

It's the culture that many believe that Igbo have no King so there is a serious legacy legitimacy issue even with those governing their communities in South East

This has been said before but igbo people are too stubborn. Looking for foolish titles everywhere which are not recognized by the motherland

This should stop them from trying to create kingdoms in an existing kingdom.

rainluv:
Same titles tulumbu and his wife are always hustling for?

please if u have nothing meaningful to contribute, best u remain silent.

I swear down!!!

Anytime dem wear Isi-agu na so dem go dey advertise their Gbegiri Teeth

rainluv:
Same titles tulumbu and his wife are always hustling for?

favor914:
please if u have nothing meaningful to contribute, best u remain silent.

Who is this one?😏
If you don't have any meaningful thing to type... don't quote me!

esnbrutality:
Mc Oluomo should be Governor of Lagos State.

Sunday Igboho should be President of Oduduworm Republic

we know they must find a way to change the discuss, wetin concern Yoruba with wetin your elders talk, abi na Yoruba man talk say no more Eze Ndigbo outside south east Nigeria?

If una like make una overbloat the onyendu,una go still collect left right and center

Stolen:
WEN TINUBU HAVE FINISHED WHICH WILL NOT PASS 24 MONTHS FROM NOW.


HE CAN GO AND JOIN BUHARI.



NULL AND VOID, FAKE NEWS!



NO SUCH ORGANISATION HAVE SUCH POWERS

keyboard warrior,faceless keyboard warrior!!!