Abia community set to celebrate Monarch’s 35th Coronation anniversary, 89th birthday

Stephabie Clems, Umuahia

Ebem Ohafia community in Abia State is set to host a grand celebration in honour of its paramount ruler, His Royal Highness Ezie Ukoha Kalu Ukoha (JP), as he marks his 35th coronation anniversary and 89th birthday.

The event, organised by the Ezie Ebem In-Council in collaboration with the Ebem Ohafia Development Union (EODU), is scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the Ohafia LGA Pavilion by 10:00 AM prompt.

A major highlight of the celebration will be the installation of chieftaincy titles on deserving sons, daughters, and friends of Ebem Ohafia, in recognition of their contributions to the development of the community.

The ceremony is expected to attract dignitaries from within and outside the state, including the Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti (OFR), who will be the Special Guest of Honour.

Also expected at the event is Chief Barrister Anaga Kalu Anaga (Oduo Mba of Ebem Ohafia), who will preside as the chairman of the cay.

Organisers say the celebration will not only honour the monarch’s decades of impactful leadership but also serve as a platform to strengthen unity and promote the rich cultural heritage of Ebem Ohafia.

Members of the community, both at home and in the diaspora, have been urged to attend and be part of the historic celebration.

According to the press statement made available by the public relations officer of Even Ohafia , Mr. Ifeanyi Okali the event is expected to showcase the rich cultural heritage and strong communal spirit of the Ebem Ohafia people.