Mbata Makes History, Emerges 1st Ikwerre Ohanaeze Ndigbo President

Senator John Azuta-Mbata has engraved his name in history as the first Ikwerre man to be elected President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. His election, held in Enugu, was quickly recognized globally as Wikipedia promptly updated his status as the leader of the Pan-Igbo socio-cultural organization.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has also extended his congratulations to Senator John Azuta-Mbata on his historic election. In a statement, Tinubu commended Azuta-Mbata’s emergence as a testament to inclusive leadership while expressing confidence in his ability to advance the values of unity and progress within the Igbo socio-cultural organization.

Azuta-Mbata, a distinguished former senator representing Rivers East from 1999 to 2007, brings years of political experience and leadership to his new role. His election comes at a critical time for the organization, as it continues to foster unity and promote the interests of the Igbo people across six states.

With this global recognition, Azuta-Mbata is set to steer Ohanaeze Ndigbo to new heights as he takes on the mantle of leadership for one of Nigeria’s most influential socio-cultural organizations.