Eze Nwokedi Empowers Nigerians as He Celebrates 54th Birthday in Lagos

As part of his philanthropic gesture to mark his 54th birthday, the Eze Okpoko 1 of Obodoukwu and Chairman, Council of Ndieze Ndigbo in Lagos, Eze Chika C. Nwokedi, on Saturday distributed bags of rice and other gift items to Nigerians who gathered to celebrate with him.

Eze Nwokedi, a renowned philanthropist, disclosed in an interview with journalists shortly after the event that the gesture was his way of giving back to society.

He noted that, as a traditional ruler, he had consistently used his resources and influence to uplift the less privileged while promoting the rich cultural heritage of the Igbo people in Nigeria and the diaspora.

According to him, he also joined other August birthday celebrants of the Igboburotu socio-cultural group in the celebration to give them a sense of belonging and foster unity among members of the community.

The birthday celebration also featured the unveiling of an SUV presented to Eze Nwokedi by 25 Igbo businessmen in appreciation of his exemplary leadership and contributions to the community.

As the event drew to a close, individuals and socio-cultural groups presented gifts to the traditional ruler, who reciprocated the gesture by appreciating and celebrating with the various groups.
In his address, Eze Nwokedi, who is also the Eze Ndigbo of Ijegun and Ijedodo, urged Ndigbo to always embrace peace, unity and peaceful coexistence with one another and other Nigerians.

He stressed the importance of togetherness and mutual understanding in promoting the progress and development of the Igbo community and the wider society.