The Edo State Chapter of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has prohibited the use of unauthorised traditional titles such as Ezeigbo, Ezendigbo, Igwe and other monarchical designations outside recognised traditional institutions in Igboland, describing the practice as culturally invalid and contrary to established directives
Speaking at a press conference in Benin City, the State Secretary of the organisation, Emmanuel Ofoedu, said the decision followed a resolution adopted at the General Assembly of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide on April 9, 2026, and applies to Igbo communities in Edo State, across Nigeria and in the Diaspora.
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Ofoedu said only constitutionally and traditionally recognised authorities in Igboland have the mandate to confer such titles, stressing that the creation of parallel traditional leadership structures outside the region is unacceptable.
He warned that individuals or groups involved in unauthorised coronations, installations or the operation of parallel traditional institutions would be acting in violation of established cultural
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