Emeka Esogbue

 Pomp and Pageantry in Ibusa as Obi Adigwe Nweke is Inaugurated the Diokpa of Umuekea  Story By Emeka Esogbue  There was a remarkable display of Anioma cultural grandeur in Ibusa, Delta State, on Saturday when Obi (Eze) Adigwe Blacky Nweke was traditionally confirmed the Diokpa of Umuekea in one of the most colourful Ikpobata Umu rites of the people.  A month-old premier heraldic of the event, which featured an interview, histories, and cultural promos, was the culmination of the day's event which happened in Isieke.  With the arrival of guests from several parts of Anioma to the Nweke Idumuochie ancestral home, the event anchored by Mr. Tony Uwaechue kicked off with an opening prayer said by Obi (Eze) Adigwe Blacky Nweke, who also broke the Kola nut in his capacity as the oldest living man in the gathering according to the rites of the Ibusa people. It peaked with the presence of important personalities from different walks of life, many of who were from differ...

 Loud in Ibusa: The Igwe Obosi will Attend the Obi Nweke's Diokpaship Event After he Read Pen Master's Ibusa-Obosi Ancestral Link - Emeka Esogbue On Saturday (tomorrow), all roads will lead to Ibusa, with Isieke clan as the event ground. Isieke, the ancestral root of some of the most prominent Igbuzo sons and daughters, many of who enjoy global recognition, will host important dignitaries from several other parts of the nation. It is the venue of Obi (Eze) Adigwe Blacky Nweke's Ikpobata Umu (inaugural reception as the Diokpa of Umuekea), and the Nweke family is prepared to showcase one of the finest cultural 'fiestas.' It is here that his Ofor (traditional staff of office) will be confirmed. It will also empower his leadership of the Ekea descendants by progeniture, something everyone is already looking up to. Typical of the rich culture of the Umejei's Igbuzo-Isu migrants, the traditional drums will be rolled out, and the guest will be enthralled with the best ...

  I want to be Remembered for my Truthfulness in Ibusa -        Obi Adigwe Nweke, Diokpa of Umuekea   As the inaugural Umuekea Diokpaship ceremony slated for July 8, 2023 draws near and traditional drums of the descendants of Ezemese and Madam Ekea, the Obosi matriarch from the present Anambra State are getting prepared to be rolled out, all eyes in Ibusa community in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State, will focus on Obi Adigwe Blacky Nweke, the celebrant. The traditional event will also put Umuekea, one of the largest quarters of the community in the media. Taking advantage of this development, Media Personality, EMEKA ESOGBUE (PEN MASTER) took on Obi Nweke who in this interview, bared his mind on several issues troubling the culture and tradition of the Ibusa people. In this interview, Obi Nweke speaks about his background, compares ancient and modern Ibusa life and evaluates the Obuzo institution. The Diokpa of Isieke and U...