From TCNEWS
In the heart of the Umutowe autonomous community, the air was thick with anticipation and the vibrant pulse of cultural celebration.
The Palace of Justice stood resplendent, adorned with colorful banners and the rhythmic beats of traditional drums echoing through its halls.
The community gathered in their finest regalia, a sea of vibrant colors and intricate patterns, each garment telling a story of heritage and pride.
HRM Eze Godfrey Onwuka, the esteemed traditional ruler and the immediate past Deputy Chairman of Abia State Traditional Rulers Council, presided over the ceremony with an air of regal authority.
As he rose to bestow the revered title of Ada di oha nma 1 upon Mrs. Ifeoma Iheme, the crowd erupted in applause, their voices a harmonious chorus of approval.
Eze Onwuka’s words resonated with the weight of tradition, as he extolled the virtues of the new chief, a paragon of integrity and respect within the community.
The ceremony was graced by the presence of distinguished leaders, including HRM Eze Boniface Izuogu, the Chairman of the Olokoro clan council of traditional rulers, HRH Eze Nnanta Eluwa of Amizi-Epe autonomous community, and HRH Eze Linus Onuoha, the traditional ruler of Itu autonomous community, each affirming the significance of the occasion.
Their presence underscored the unity and shared vision for the growth and prosperity of Olokoro.
As the afternoon sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over the festivities, the air was filled with the sweet aroma of traditional delicacies.
Dancers swirled in graceful arcs, their movements a testament to the enduring spirit of the community. The afternoon was alive with laughter, music, and the promise of a bright future under the guidance of their newly conferred Ada di oha nma 1.
In this moment of cultural splendor, High Chief Mrs. Ifeoma Iheme stood as a beacon of hope and progress, her new title a symbol of her unwavering dedication to the community she holds dear.
She promises not to disappoint the community but to continue to do that which pleases God and humanity, for the growth, development, prosperity, and progress of the community.
