In recognition of his excellent strides as chief promoter of Igbo culture in the Diaspora, the champion Newspapers on Friday conferred the Champion 2021 personality awards on the Eze Ndigbo of Ghana, HRM Dr Chukwudi Ihenetu.
The event took place at the Eko Hotel and Suits, Victoria Island, Lagos.
In event that attracted captain of industries, political chieftains and people from all walks of life, other notable Nigerians that includes Brig Gen Mohammed Buba Marwa (retd), Senator Rabiu Kwakwanso, Rt Hon Chinedum Orji, Ebenezer Onyeagwu, Babagana Umara Zulum, Rt Hon Ifeanyi Uchendu, Chief Dr Emeka Okonkwo (E-Money), Princess Folashade Omotade, Ismail Omamegbe, Rt. Hon Ndudi Elumelu, Dr Obi Onwuakpa, Mr Tope Smart, Mrs Patience Ebor, Mr Gabriel Ogbeche, Hon Uche Ogah, Bayo Fatunsin, Mrs Grace Uredi and Pastor Emeka Ndu were also honoured alongside the Royal father. As profile of the Umuduruoha Amigbo Nwangele Imo state born-Royal Father, Dr Ihenetu was read to the admiration of the audience, they responded with thunderous applause.
While presenting the awards to HRM Dr Ihenetu, former President Aka Ikenga, Chief Goddy Uwazurike described HRM Dr Ihenetu as cultural icon that has helped to project Igbo culture in the Diaspora. Chief Uwazurike urges the Royal Father to continue to do iNdigbo and Nigerians proud in Ghana.
Source: sunnewsonline.com
