Anioma has some of the most exposed monarchs in Nigeria

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I am asking because I need to know. The Anioma region has some of the most exposed and enlightened monarchs in Nigeria. Among our monarchs, I know of three Professors- the present Asagba of Asaba, Obuzor of Ibusa and Obi of Ogwashi-Uku are all Professors. While the Asagba is noted for his ground-breaking achievements in academics, the Obuzor was a learned Professor of Forestry at the University of Ibadan.
I am very much familiar with Obi of Idumuje Unor who is a man of wisdom and a man that loves Anioma affairs to the core. I am also familiar with Obi of Ezi who is highly enlightened to the extent that every of his explanation is a lecture. The Dein of Agbor is well-respected. On a day I visited the Obi of Obior, I was pleased to find a man of enlightened mind. Obi Charles Anyasi of Idumuje-Unor is popular for his knowledge and Anioma consciousness. 
There's the Obi Dr. Azuka David of Akwukwu-Igbo. The Obi of Onwa is a well-respected monarch whose early days on the throne shaped the birth of Anioma. In Amai, our Ukwuani region, their present Okpala Uku has demonstrated able leadership in bringing our people together. 
I once visited the Akor of Oko Kingdom and was enthralled with his level involvement in Anioma formation. Obi of Ugbodu is another charismatic leader. Issele-Uku has one of the youngest monarchs in Nigeria of today blessed with intelligence. In spite of these wonderful occupants on the various thrones of Anioma, there does not seem to exist any Anioma monarch platform enabling regular meetings of Anioma monarchs for decision-making. 
At least, if there exist one, they should play advisory roles within the Anioma nation where secession dispute is becoming the order of the day. These Obis can at least speak with one voice concerning issues troubling then or any of their Anioma communities. It is very unfortunate that hat the Nigerian constitution has totally taken powers away from royal fathers and totally placed them on politicians but we must help ourselves. The case of Idumuje Ugboko as it is going requires help.

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