By Cletus Amaechi
It was a time of peace, love, and excitement in the Okota area of Lagos State as Nzuko Obodoukwu Clan ( NOC) commissioned their ultra modern hall on December 3.
• Obodoukwu Clan
The occasion also afforded the group opportunity to celebrate end of the year get-together.
In his welcome address, Chairman NOC, Lagos branch, Chijioke Obioha(Madubuofu) said the NOC Lagos ultra modern hall facility represents a fulfilled dream which is the result of visions and objectives of the founding fathers of the association.
In his words of advice, Obioha calls on members to prioritise investment in community service and human capital development.
In an event that attracts illustrious sons of Obodoukwu like High Chief Uche Umeh, Omeiheukwu 1, Imo State, and Chairman/CEO Uchemec groups, Eze Dr. Christian Nwachukwu (Igbo 1 Lagos State).
Eze Dr. C.C.Nwokedi (Okpoko 1) Chairman Council of Ndieze Igbo Speaking Community Lagos State.
Igwe A.U.Ekechukwu of Ibolo Obosi,
men and women clad in beautiful Igbo attire dance to rich Igbo cultural music. The NOC women wing clad in white were also on the ground to entertain their guest with songs and dance. this attracts loud ovation from the crowd.
While thanking God for a successful year climaxed with unveiling of the hall, Chairman of the occasion, Chief Vitus Uzoh (Nwatakwocha/ Onwa Obodoukwu) said the occasion is a dream come through.
in his words of commendation, Chief Uzoh paid glowing tribute to the council of Ndieze, HRM Eze sir EA Dim, HRH Igwe Emma Obiako, HRH CI.Ezika, and HRH Eze Arc Jude Obidegwu, OON, Odenigbo II, Ikwuano Obodoukwu for their fatherly guidance.
In the same vein, Chief Uzoh thanked the special guest of honour, Dr Onyeka Umeugo (Ijele Obodoukwu) CEO Guarranty Group, who officially cut the tape and declared the civic centre open.
“On behalf of Obodoukwu Clan, I also salute the Parish Parish of CKC Canal Estate Okota, Rev. Fr. Orji, who prayed and handed over the premises to God before commencement of the occasion.
“We equally appreciate the presence of the Exco members Canal Estate Okota residents Association for their support.”