Imo Awka Traditional Celebration: Governor Soludo Pays Solidarity Visit To Awka Monarch, Obi Nwosu
Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has called for enduring peace, unity, and infrastructural transformation in the capital city during a historic solidarity visit to the traditional ruler of Awka, Obi Gibson Nwosu, to mark the annual Imo Awka festival.
The Governor, who made history as the first state chief executive to pay homage to the Awka monarch during the traditional festival, stressed the cultural imperative of a unified leadership, emphasizing that in Igbo tradition, it is an absolute taboo for a single community to have two kings.
Addressing a gathering that included the Prime Minister of Awka, the President General of the town union, the Ọzọ Awka society, among others, Governor Soludo declared that peace has officially returned to reign in the capital.
Describing himself as a man of peace, the Governor assured residents that his administration is fully committed to repairing and rebuilding Awka.
As part of this vision, the Governor announced plans to construct a grand, central palace designed to serve the community for generations to come, urging the Awka people to lead the way in partnership with his government.
On the religious dimension of the festival, the Governor stated that the state celebrates with people of all faiths, noting that because freedom of worship and religion is guaranteed, traditionalists should freely observe their customs while Christians celebrate theirs in harmony.
He commended the President General and the Ọzọ Awka titleholders for guaranteeing a peaceful celebration entirely free of security breaches.
During the high-stakes visit and cultural celebration the President General General of Awka, Chief Fred Chinwuba and the Traditional Prime Minister of Awka, Engr. Benjamin Okoye appreciated the Governor for all his peace overtures as well as developmental strides in the state, particularly in Awka, pledging to continue supporting his administration.
