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A Symbol of Majesty & Heritage

According to historical records, Ezechima’s ancestors were part of the Igbo migration from Ile-Ife, which stopped over in Benin. One account suggests that Chima was forced to leave Benin in 1468 due to a kingship dispute. Another perspective posits that he was a direct descendant of Oba Eweka I and Oramiyan, making him the fifth king of Issele-Uku.

Agbogidi Calls For More Attention To Social And Infrastructural Development In The Metropolis.

His Majesty, Nnaemeka Achebe, Obi of Onitsha, Agbogidi, has called for attention to also be paid to social and infrastructural development within the greater Onitsha metropolis such that these would be in tandem with the new projects. His Majesty was speaking during the 2020 Onicha Ofala which was held on...

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Obi of Onitsha bans masquerades, canon shots at 2020 new yam festival

Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe (Agbogidi), has banned the use of canon and masquerades within Onitsha territory as the commercial nerve centre of Anambra State celebrates new yam festival today. Continue reading on sunnewsonline.com

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Agbogidi Calls For More Attention To Social And Infrastructural Development In The Metropolis.

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Obi of Onitsha bans masquerades, canon shots at 2020 new yam festival

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2020 Ofala Onicha To Be Devoid Of The Usual Pomp And Pagentry.

-Holds October 11 and 12 in line with COVID-19 protocols. The Ofala Onicha, which is the highpoint of Onitsha Ceremonial Cycle, will be held this year without the usual display of royal dances, tributes, parades, music, and art, in addition to other associated events which have come to characterise the...

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