By Charles Igbo
The Traditional Ruler of Owere, Imo State, Rtd. Honourable Justice Ezeohiri Fred Njemanze, has embarked on a very long journey to commune with his ancestors. He was the Ozuruigbo the 6th of Owere.
The announcement of the King’s journey to his Ancestors, was made by the Kingmakers of Owere and the Eke-na-Okorie Traditional Council.
It was, however, silent on the date the Eze embarked on the journey of no return, or the ailment which sent him on the journey. But sources close to the Palace said he embarked on it journey long before the disclosure as required by tradition.
Titled “Special Announcement” and released on Monday, September 11, 2023, it read in part: “The Eke-na-Okorie Traditional Council of Owere, the King Makers of Owere, announce to Nde Owere and the general public, that the Paramount Ruler of Owere (Eze Owere), Rtd Hon. Justice Ezeohiri Fred Njemanze, Ozuruigbo the 6th, has embarked on a long trip to consult and confer with his ancestors.”
It was signed by five people representing various stakeholders.
The include:
*Elder Gibson Ofoegbu, Chairman Umuekeonunwa Kindred.
*Omeze Sir Odinaka Osuji, Chairman Umuokorie Kindred.
*Elder Reginald C. Eberle, Member of Traditional Council.
*Elder Prince Donald A Njemanze, Head of Njemanze Royal Kindred.
*Prince Declan O. Njemanze, Chairman, Umunjemanze Royal Kindred.
The Traditional Ruler retired from the High Court of Imo State as a Judge in September, 2021.
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