Emeka Esogbue

 Usurpation Shifted Our Onicha-Olona Kingship System from Hereditary to Okpalabisi, Prince Joseph Dumbili Nwadiajueboe, Eze Dibia of Onicha-Olona—Part One It was a long walk to Ogbe-Obi in Onicha-Olona Kingdom, Delta State, where this interview was conducted, but the journey was worth it. In this interview with PEN MASTER (EMEKA ESOGBUE) a Media Persinality, PRINCE JOSEPH DUMBILI NWADIAJUEBOE, an octogenarian who is the Eze Dibia of Onicha-Olona, Obunze of Ogbe-Obi, Onicha-Olona, and author of several books, delivers oral accounts on the history of Onicha-Olona. He speaks on the foundation of Onicha-Olona, the authorship of several books on the Anioma communities accommodating Onicha-Olona, Obior, Onicha-Ugbo, Obior, Obomkpa, and others, all of which are Ezechime, makes startling revelations on the identity of Ezechime, whom he holds as the patriarch of Onicha-Olona, and ventures into the age-long Obiship crisis ravaging the community.  Pen Master: Nwadei, sir, all the way fro...

 My Father Did His Best to Document Onicha-Olona History and I Have Taken Over, Felix Nwabuokei, Historical Researcher and SWADAA Regional Commander – Part One Rev Felix Ifeanyi Nwabuokei is a historical researcher, clergy and Regional Commander of the Social Watch Anti-Drug Abuse Advocacy (SWADAA). Nwabuokei has remained in the forefront of the documentation of his people’s history and has been heavily relied on by other researchers. Recently, he authored the book, “A Historical Account on Onicha-Olona Kingdom,” now one of the widely sought-after books in the community. In this interview with media personality, EMEKA ESOGBUE (PEN MASTER), Rev Felix Nwabuokei tells readers the history and origin of Onicha-Olona settlement with names of the founders, why the community is of Ezechime Clan even though it did not originate from the Ezechime ancestry, and why the people of the community have hardly documented the community’s history in books. Nwabuokei further explains the reasons behin...

 Godfrey Osakwe, NIPR Delta Chairman’s Mother-in-Law Laid to Rest in Onicha-Ugbo By Emeka Esogbue The Onicha-Ugbo community in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State was enveloped in deep emotion on Friday as the remains of Mrs. Cecilia Ndidibuokwuenu Osemeke (née Osakwe) were laid to rest amid tributes, prayers, and an outpouring of love from family members, friends, and well-wishers. The requiem Mass was held at All Saints Catholic Church, Onicha-Ugbo. The Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Malachy Okonkwo, who officiated the mass, in his homily, urged the congregation to reflect on a life well spent, emphasizing the virtues of kindness, love and service to humanity, qualities many described as hallmarks of the late matriarch’s life. Mrs. Osemeke was fondly remembered as a strong woman whose life of compassion and selflessness left an indelible mark on her family and the wider community. Mourners from far and near gathered to pay their final respects to the nonagenarian, whose l...

 Ezechime Traditional Headship: A Clan of Competing Claims Emeka Esogbue The Ezechime clan's origin story is indeed one of the most debated topics in Anioma history, with diverse accounts fueling the controversy. The patriarchal origin is a hotly debated topic, with nearly everyone, including non-Anioma indigenes, weighing in on the history of the people. The accounts are varied and complex, making it a fascinating yet challenging aspect of Anioma history to unravel. However, this writer is interested in the claim of traditional headship by some of its notable communities. Three notable communities within the Ezechime clan claim traditional headship, each with its own justification: - Issele-Uku: Claims to be the traditional head based on Oligbo, the last son of Ezechime, who allegedly took care of him in his old age. - Onicha-Ugbo: Asserts its claim based on being founded by the eldest son of Ezechime. Indeed, in Anioma society, diokpaship is a recognizable practice in which the e...

  Oshimili North Council Boss, Esewezie Exhibited Passion for Service Delivery to the People Says Media Chief, Emmanuel Bandoh   Nigerian Journalist, Photographer, and Writer, Comrade Emmanuel Chiedu Bandoh is the Personal Assistant to Hon Innocent Ifeanyichukwu Esewezie, the Executive Chairman of the Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State. The Media Personality who hails from Onicha-Ugbo in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State is believed by many to have served his Boss diligently. In this interview with Media Personality, PEN MASTER (Emeka Esogbue), Bandoh speaks on his years of growing up, his career, the testimonies of Hon Esewezie, his Council Boss, now praised and respected for his laudable political delivery of developments and relationship with his constituency. Hon Innocent Esewezie for him, remains the beacon of hope and developmental anticipation of the people of Oshimili North Local Government whom he represents. Excerpts: ...

 Mixed Reactions Welcome Trendy Onicha-Ugbo City Gate on Social Media - Emeka Esogbue Mixed feelings greeted the Onicha-Ugbo City Gate which hit Anioma groups on social media. Images of the amazing and strategically positioned Onicha-Ugbo City Gate with the inscription "Welcome to Onicha-Ugbo City Gate Diokpala Ezechime" hit the Anioma groups on social media with many hailing the idea and concept behind the people's Gate. However, a few commentators critically pointed at the location of the City Gate, describing it as a "no road." Wondering why a beautiful City Gate should rest on a bad road, Akay Umeadi asked, "What is this that really needs requires (sic) media or Facebook post?" Going further, he wrote, "this is an eyesore and if work is still ongoing why paint the wall that should have been the last thing to be done?" However, in his reaction, Issele-Uku-born Author of the book, "The Kingmaker: A Biography of Justice Eustace Azomani ...