The United Igbo Elders Council (UNIEC) Worldwide, in collaboration with stakeholders across the Igbo nation, is rallying support for the creation of Anioma State. Following the Anioma Stakeholders Mega Summit held in Asaba on August 31, 2024, plans are now underway for a grand Igbo Elders and Stakeholders Mega Summit to be held in Enugu.
The call for Anioma State reflects a broader mission to restore Igbo unity, reverse historical marginalization, and empower Igbo communities spread across 13 Nigerian states. This movement underscores the need for all Igbo people within Nigeria and the diaspora to unite under the shared principles of “Igbo bu otu” and “Igwebuike.”
Key Highlights:
1. The Role of Anioma State:
Anioma State is seen as a strategic initiative for alleviating poverty, fostering unity, and addressing the socio-economic marginalization of the Anioma people in Delta State.
2. Leadership Support:
His Excellency, Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, has been identified as a key figure in driving this movement, supported by UNIEC and other prominent Igbo leaders.
3. Committees Constituted:
A 14-member planning committee, comprising representatives from within Nigeria and the diaspora, has been established to coordinate the logistics for the Enugu summit, with the date and venue to be announced soon.
4. UNIEC’s Vision:
As an independent socio-cultural organization, UNIEC aims to preserve Igbo heritage, restore the think-home philosophy, and promote sustainable investment and development across Igboland.
About the Council:
UNIEC Worldwide, led by Hon. Justice Anthony I. Iguh (CON), is a platform for Igbo elder statesmen, leaders of thought, and opinion leaders, advocating for the preservation of Igbo identity and culture.
Call to Action:
Igbo leaders, stakeholders, and community members are urged to join this historic movement by participating in the forthcoming summit. This is an opportunity to shape the future of Anioma State and strengthen Igbo unity.
For more information:
Call/WhatsApp: +2348164600000
Email: unitedigboelderscouncil@gmail.com
Website: unitedigboelderscouncil.org
Alaigbo Bu Ofu, Anyi Bu Otu, Oganihu Ndigbo Bu Nkeanyi!
