Diamond Jubilee: Anambra Monarch, Others Congratulate Archbishop Ibezim

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Chukwudike Ndubeze

The traditional ruler of Mbaukwu community in Awka South local government area, Anambra State, His Royal Majesty, Igwe Peter Nosike Anugwu has extended a hand of congratulations to the Archbishop Ecclesiastical Province of the Niger, His Grace Most Revd Chibuzo Ibezim as he celebrates his 60th birthday.

The gesture was expressed, yesterday, at the Palace of the traditional ruler when the archbishop, accompanied by other clergymen, paid courtesy visit to the Royal father at his Mbaukwu Palace, yesterday.

Speaking during the visit, the Archbishop who doubles as the Bishop of Awka Diocese said it was to appreciate the Royal father for his supports and contributions to his ministerial career, to the church and the community at large.

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While Ibezim described the monarch as one of the longest serving traditional rulers in Igbo land, he lauded him for his ecumenism and transformation of his community into one of the best towns in the state. He, however, prayed God to sustain the monarch to enable him continue in directing the affairs of the town and deliver quality leadership to the people.

Responding, the traditional ruler, Igwe Peter Anugwu, expressed joy at the visit and described Bishop Ibezim as a true son of the community who has made the community proud. 

He noted that the Almighty God blessed the community abundantly by the gift of the Archbishop, stressing that since his emergence, has had far reaching impact in the growth and development of the community.

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Also, the traditional ruler of Awka Kingdom, His Royal Majesty,  Igwe Gibson Nwosu, Ezeuzu II congratulated the Archbishop for attaining the milestone in good health and extolled him for his sacrifice and role in the restoration of peace and harmony in his community.

Archbishop Ibezim being congratulated by Ezeuzu of Awka, HRM Obi Gibson Nwosu

Before the visit, the Archbishop commissioned an exhibition at Renaissance Modern Polytechnic, Mbaukwu, where some artistic works of the polytechnic students were put on display. 

Archbishop Ibezim Commissioning the Exhibition at Renaissance Modern Polytechnic, Mbaukwu

He commended the staff and management of the institution for the various works of art the young polytechnic were able to produce within their young period of existence.

Archbishop Ibezim and other Clergymen at the Renaissance Modern Polytechnic, Mbaukwu

Bishop Ibezim, in celebration of his homecoming to his birthplace at St Mark’s College Nibo-Nise, performed the turning of the SOD for the purpose of erecting a befitting multipurpose hall for the worship of God.

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Highlight of the day’s activities was a novelty football match by the diocesan clergymen, as well as a final match between the Comprehensive Secondary School, Nawfia; and Agulu Grammar School where the former won with a lone goal.

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