Emeka Esogbue

 ICDU Festac Branch Set for Official Unveiling and Inauguration by Worldwide NEC ​By Emeka Esogbue ​The Ibusa Community Development Union (ICDU) is reaching a new milestone as the Festac Branch, the latest addition to the ICDU Worldwide family, prepares for its official affiliation and unveiling. According to statements from the branch leadership, the historic ceremony is scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026. ​The path to this affiliation has been paved by the diligent efforts of the Lagos-based members, who have successfully fulfilled all constitutional requirements and conditions set by the parent body. This milestone follows the successful establishment of the Festac Branch on May 8, 2025, an initiative driven by the dedication of patriotic Ibusa indigenes committed to community growth. With a current roster of 83 active members, the Festac Branch has rapidly ascended to become one of the largest and most vibrant units within the global union. ​The upcoming event pr...

 Ibusa Set for Energy Revolution as Taoo Strategic Energy Team Proposes Landmark Solar Mini-Grid Project for the Community ​By Emeka Esogbue ​IBUSA – There are strong indications that Ibusa, a prominent community in the Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State, may soon see an end to decades of erratic power supply. In a bold move toward energy autonomy, the Taoo Strategic Energy Team has formally reached out to community leaders and stakeholders with a proposal to transition the town to a fully independent, solar-powered grid. ​An authoritative source informed PEN MASTER on Friday that high-level arrangements are underway to decouple Ibusa from the national grid which has long been plagued by instability and reposition it on an autonomous, green energy infrastructure. ​The energy firm facilitated by Barr Ifeanyi Clement Nwaokolo, a member of the community has already submitted comprehensive proposals to key decision-makers; HRM Obi Prof. Louis Nwoboshi, the Obuzor of Ib...

 Umu Ibusa UK Returns Home to Shower Love on Ibusa Orphans By Emeka Esogbue ​IBUSA— The spirit of kinship and communal bonding reached a festive crescendo on Sunday, December 28, 2025, as the diaspora-based youth group, Umu Ibusa United Kingdom, made a triumphant return to their ancestral home to reach out to the less privileged. In a move described as a homecoming of love, the group visited the Shalom Orphanage Foundation in the Umuhea axis of Ibusa, where they showered the children with substantial donations and hope. ​The delegation, led by the President of Umu Ibusa UK, Mr. Nnamdi Okonji, alongside his elder brother, Iloba Okonji, also had the Uwolo of Ibusa, Chief Amaechi Nwaenie in attendance. The group was received with songs of joy. Seeking to address both the physical and developmental needs of the orphans, the group presented a variety of items ranging from essential foodstuffs and cash to modern electronic gadgets. Notably, the donation included specialized hearing aids ...

 Festac ICDU Holds First End-of-Year Party, Members Task ICDU Worldwide on Comprehensive Reforms Story By Emeka Esogbue The newly established Festac Branch of the Ibusa Community Development Union (ICDU) held its maiden end-of-year get-together on Sunday in Festac Town, Lagos. The well-attended event brought together members who used the occasion to call on ICDU Worldwide to initiate urgent and comprehensive reforms at the National Executive Council level. The programme opened with a prayer offered by Pastor (Barr.) Emmanuel Nwaezeapu, followed by the traditional breaking of the kola nut performed by Diokpa Ikedinma Okafor. Members thereafter introduced themselves. In his welcome address, the Acting President, Apostle Pat Nwanze, thanked members for their presence and urged greater unity within the branch. He recalled the efforts that led to the re-establishment of the Festac Branch and encouraged members to remain committed, assuring them that the branch was on course to become on...

 Ibusa Community Development Union Worldwide Holds Annual Conference in Ibusa, New Officers Elected into Offices - Mandates Youths Above 18 to Register Membership or Risk Revocation of Communal Rights Story By Emeka Esogbue The Ibusa Community Development Union Worldwide also known as "ICDU - Worldwide" held its annual conference on April 19, 2025 in the community. The event which was held inside Nkata, the Diokpa's Palace in Umueze axis of the community had in attendance hundreds of members and other indigenes of the community from different countries of the world. The Town Union also took the opportunity to conduct an election in which new executive officers were elected into offices. Chief Victor Uchuno, and Onowu Ekwene Ijeh, the President-General and Deputy President-General of the Town Union respectively were reelected into offices. Also reelected were Sir Tony Oraegbu and Dr. Ifeanyi Ikenwe as the Secretary General and Vice Secretary General respectively. The confe...