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Ohanaeze Ndigbo Bans Coronation of ‘Eze’ Titles Abroad Over Rising Diplomatic Tensions

April 11, 2026

The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has announced an outright ban on the coronation of “Eze Ndigbo” (Igbo kings) in foreign countries, citing growing diplomatic concerns and incidents of violence

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Rejects Gowon’s Claim Civil War Wasn’t Anti-Igbo

June 30, 2025

Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, has strongly rejected former Head of State General Yakubu Gowon’s recent claim that the Nigerian Civil War (1967–1970) was not an anti-Igbo campaign but a

FOSAD Hails Tinubu On New Tax Law, Says Policy Will Benefit Poor Nigerians

FOSAD Highlights Key Issues New Ohanaeze Leadership Should Focus On

January 12, 2025

The Forum of South-east Academic Doctors (FOSAD) has highlighted key issues the new leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo should focus on to make meaningful impact in the Igbo nation. These it said, include

Credibility Group Decries Anti Igbo Conspiracies, Attacks In Lagos Over Elections

Iwuanyanwu Worked Hard For Igbo Unity – Credibility Group

July 28, 2024

The Cultural Credibility Development Initiative (CCDI) has described the death of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide President-General, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, as a huge loss to Igboland and Nigeria in general. In a statement signed

Ohanaeze Mourns leader, Iwuanyanwu, Says He Made Selfless Sacrifice For Ndigbo

Ohanaeze Mourns Iwuanyanwu, Says He Made Selfless Sacrifice

July 26, 2024

Apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has expressed grief over the death of the President-General, Chief Emmanuel Iwuananwu. Chief Iwuanyanwu’s demise was confirmed in a statement on Thursday, by his son Jude

10 Things To know About Late Ohanaeze Leader Iwuanyanwu

10 Things To know About Late Ohanaeze Leader Iwuanyanwu

July 26, 2024

The death of Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General ,Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, on Thursday, 25th July 2024, has been drawing reactions from Nigerians who are expressing their grief and also penning tributes about his life

Ohanaeze: Igbo Stakeholders Reject Iwuanyanwu, Insist On Fresh Election

Iwuanyanwu Committed To Nigeria’s Unity, Development – Buhari

July 25, 2024

Former Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari, says the death of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, is a sad event for Nigeria, noting that he had a passionate commitment to the

IPOB Factional Leader, Simon Ekpa, 96 Others Declared Wanted BY DHQ

Simon Ekpa’s Group Threatening My Life, Ohanaeze Spokesman Cries Out

June 12, 2024

National Publicity Secretary, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide Dr. Alex Chiedozie Ogbonnia has said some unknown persons who claim to be working for Mr. Simon Ekpa, have threatened to kill him.

Ferdinand Agu Was A Role Model Public Administrator Ohanaeze

Ferdinand Agu Was A Role Model Public Administrator – Ohanaeze

June 9, 2024

Apex Igbo sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has expressed sadness over the sudden death of Dr Ferdinand Agu, a former Director General of the defunct Nigerian Maritime Authority (NMA), now Nigeria Maritime

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youths Vow To End Sit- at-home

Ọhaneze Ndigbo Debunks Rumor Of Plans To Beg Fulani Over 1966 Coup

May 6, 2024

Ọhaneze Ndigbo Worldwide has debunked the rumour that it plans to send emissaries to beg Fulani people over the January 1966 military coup.

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Mourns Ogbonnaya Onu, Ex Minister Died At 72

April 12, 2024

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has expressed deep shock over the news of the demise of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, a former Nigerian Minister of Science and Technology. Aged 72, Dr. Onu, who died on

Why Court Freed Nnamdi Kanu

Kanu Trial: Ohanaeze Urges Calm In Southeast, Expresses Hope Of IPOB Leader’s Freedom

March 20, 2024

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has appealed to youths to exercise patience and avoid any act of violence or destruction of properties over the continued incarceration of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu,

Ohanaeze Ndigbo President, Iwuanyanwu, Dies At 82

Ohanaeze To Aba Industrialists: Utilize Geometric Power Opportunity To Boost Economic Activities

February 28, 2024

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has called on residents and industrialists in Aba, the commercial city of Abia State to take advantage of the unique opportunity presented by the Geometric Power Project to boost

Ohanaeze Warns Igbos Not To Join Nationwide Protest Against Economic Hardship

Ohanaeze Warns Igbos Not To Join Nationwide Protest Against Economic Hardship

February 20, 2024

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has warned all Igbo sons and daughters residing in different parts of the country not to participate in any protest or violent action against the federal government.

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Wigwe’s Death One Too Many – Ohanaeze

February 16, 2024

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has expressed deep sorrow over the untimely death of Group CEO of Access Bank Plc, Herbert Wigwe who died alongside his wife, son and former group chairman of Nigeria

Asagba Of Asaba Joseph Chike Edozien Dies At

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Mourns Asagba Of Asaba

February 11, 2024

The Apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, mourns the death of His Majesty, Prof. Obi Joseph Chike Edozien, the Asagba of Asaba. Asagba, who died at the age of 99, was

Why Tinubu Should Implement 2014 National Confab Report - Southern, Middle Belt Leaders

Why Tinubu Should Implement 2014 National Confab Report – Southern, Middle Belt Leaders

February 6, 2024

As Nigerians battle insecurity and economic hardship, the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF) has called on President Bola Tinubu to take necessary steps toward implementing the 2014 national conference recommendations

Ohanaeze felicitates Anyaoku At 91

Ohanaeze Felicitates Anyaoku At 91

January 19, 2024

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide led by Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu has congratulated a global icon, and renowned diplomat, Chief Emeka Anyaoku on the occasion of his 91st birthday.

Ohanaeze Warns Igbos Not To Join Nationwide Protest Against Economic Hardship

Ohanaeze Restructures, Creates 6 Zonal Chapters Abroad, 3 In Nigeria

October 21, 2023

The apex Igbo social-cultural group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has been restructured into nine global Zonal Chapters with three for Nigeria and six zones for the Diaspora for effective leadership. According to a

Igbo Day: Govs, Other Stakeholders Seek Synergy In Combating Insecurity, Achieving Economic Prosperity In S'East

Igbo Day: Govs, Other Stakeholders Seek Synergy In Combating Insecurity, Achieving Economic Prosperity In S’East

September 30, 2023

South-East, state governors and other Igbo leaders have emphasized the need for synergy in tackling the menace of insecurity and achieving economic prosperity in the region.

Release Kanu To Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Enugu Archbishop Urges Nigeria Government

September 25, 2023

By Ugochi Okoro Archbishop of Enugu Diocese Anglican Communion, Most Rev Emmanuel Chukwuma, has joined voices with those calling for the release of detained Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra

Ohanaeze Ndigbo President, Iwuanyanwu, Dies At 82

Ohanaeze Condemns Killing Of Security Operatives In Imo

September 23, 2023

By Ugochi Okoro The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has condemned the attack on military officials in Imo State. In a statement he personally signed, the Ohanaeze, President-General, Chief

Ohanaeze Ndigbo President, Iwuanyanwu, Dies At 82

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Hails British High Commission For Opening Visa Office In Enugu

September 13, 2023

By Ugochi Okoro The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has expressed gratitude to the British High Commission and the Government of the United Kingdom for granting the request by the President General, Chief Emmanuel

Ndigbo Lagos Urges Security Agencies To Protect Igbo Lives, Properties After Presidential Tribunal Ruling

Ndigbo Lagos Urges Security Agencies To Protect Igbo Lives After Presidential Tribunal Ruling

September 5, 2023

Ndigbo Lagos has called on security agencies to take proactive measures towards protecting the lives and properties of Igbo people after the ruling.

Ohanaeze Warns Igbos Not To Join Nationwide Protest Against Economic Hardship

Igbo Day: Ohanaeze To Honour Igbo Heroes

August 27, 2023

By Ugochi Okoro The Apex Igbo Socio-Cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has announced its decision to honour some Igbo heroes and special Igbo allies in this year’s Igbo Day celebration. The event

Igbo Day: Think Again

July 18, 2023

There is so much the Igbo can celebrate about themselves. Take their brilliant performance in education which is phenomenal. Whether in the West African School Certificate examination or the Joint Admissions Matriculation

Crisis Hits Ohanaeze As Aspirant, Oparaocha, Rejects Iwuanyanwu’s Emergence

Crisis Hits Ohanaeze As Aspirant, Oparaocha, Rejects Iwuanyanwu’s Emergence

April 26, 2023

Few days to the ratification of the appointment of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu as the President General of Ohaneze ndi Igbo worldwide, fresh crisis has hit the organisation, as a former contestant, Dr

Why We Endorsed Peter Obi's Candidacy - Ohanaeze

Why We Endorsed Peter Obi’s Candidacy – Ohanaeze

November 20, 2022

Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has endorsed Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, for the 2023 election. The group is different from the Ohaneze Ndigbo headed by Prof. George Obiozor

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Obi Cubana Bags Ohaneze NdiIgbo Award

September 30, 2022

Billionaire businessman, Chief Obinna Iyiegbu fondly known as Obi Cubana has been confered with a “Youth Empowerment Man Of The Year Award”. The award was confered on him by the Anambra State

Igbo Stakeholders Devise Strategies For Nigeria’s President To Emerge From S’East

May 15, 2022

Ahead of the 2023 presidential election, Concerned Stakeholders of Ala-Igbo have called on Igbo groups to rally and devise strategies of deploying human and material resources for an aspirant from South East

Burning Obiozor House Highlights Level Of Insecurity In Igboland – Group

A socio-cultural group, Concerned Imeobi Members (CIM), has expressed shock and dismay over the destruction of the house of President-General, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Prof. George Obiozor in Imo State by yet-to-be identified persons on March 19th, 2022.

March 22, 2022

Professor George Obiozor, President-General, Ohanaeze Ndigbo

IPOB Does Not Speak For Igbos – Prof. Obiozor

The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has stated that the proscribed Igbo separatist group, Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has no mandate to speak for the people of the South-East region.

January 8, 2022

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Ezeife To Lead Ohanaeze Ndigbo Delegation To Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial

A former governor of Anambra State, Chukwuemeka Ezeife, will lead a delegation of Ohanaeze Ndigbo to the trial of leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. The court is expected to sit for Kanu’s trial on Monday, July 26, 2021,

July 24, 2021

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UBA Opens Subscription Channel for Dangote Refinery IPO, Invites Investors to Participate

Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has

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Shareholders in Nigeria’s industrial goods sector recorded massive returns in

Naira Weakens Against Dollar, Gains On Pound, Euro In Official Market

On Thursday, the official foreign exchange (FX) rate for the

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