Jubilation as Uvuru is set to install Sir Mbalewe as traditional ruler

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All is set for the installation of Eze Sir Iheanacho Chinyereze Mbalewe as traditional ruler of Uvuru Ancient Kingdom in Aboh-Mbaise Imo State.

The event slated for December 27 will see the crowning of Eze Sir Iheanacho Mbalewe as Ezeoha III of Uvuru Ancient Kingdom.

The event will serve as a rallying point for indigenes of the community at home and in the diaspora including friends and well-wishers, who will gather to savour the rich culture of Uvuru.

A statement by Chief Peter Akwuole, chairman, Coronation Organising Committee, stated that the throne of Ezeoha is a sacred calling that demands wisdom, resilience vision and compassion. “And Eze Sir Iheanacho Mbalewe possesses these qualities with great distinction.”

The ceremony will start with a thanksgiving service at New Covenant Anglican Church, Okwunakuwa in Uvuru at 11am, followed by the coronation ceremony at 12 noon at Community School field Okwunakuwa.

Chief Akwuole stated that the ceremony will feature conferment of chieftaincy titles on prominent sons and daughters of Uvuru as well as individuals who have contributed significantly to the development of Uvuru.

Prominent individuals in public and private sectors are expected at the occasion.

Invited guests include Governor Hope Uzodimma, Emeka Ihedioha; Ezinwa Stanley Amuchie, Executive Director of Fidelity Bank; Ugochukwu Amuchie, Minority Leader Imo State House of Assembly; Chief Iheukwumere Alaribe, Chairman Aboh-Mbaise Local Government Area and Chief Paddy Njoku.

The event will also feature cultural displays and entertainment of guests.

The statement noted that Eze Iheanacho Chinyereze Mbalewe is married to Ugoeze Mary Mbalewe and are blessed with children.

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