By Silvernews
Stakeholders of Nguru community have called for unity, accountability and stronger collaboration among traditional rulers and executives of the Nguru Development Union (NDU) at the 2026 Igwo Onwa Colloquium held at the palace of Eze Reginald Anoti Amadi.
The gathering, attended by Nde Eze, Nde Ji Okwa Nguru, title holders and sons of the community, centred on preparations for Itu Aka Nguru 2026 and measures to address internal administrative and leadership concerns.
The event opened with a prayer by Rev. Fr. Chinatu Anyanwu, while kola nuts were presented by Nguru Nwenkwo in line with tradition.
During the meeting, Prof. C.C. Nwachukwu clarified that the document earlier read represented resolutions from the last Uboma-in-Council meeting and not the minutes of the previous Igwo Onwa, citing the absence of a serving Secretary-General at the time.
Speaking on finances, the President General (PG), Dr. A.C. Odunze, said lapses in the office of the Financial Secretary had contributed to delays in remittances by some autonomous communities.
Nguru Nwenkwo pledged N40,000, while Nguru Nwafor and Nguru Nweorie paid N20,000 each, with other communities promising to pay before the end of Igwo Onwa.
Dr. Ewelike (JP) called for financial experts to harmonise NDU’s records, stressing that transparency would strengthen trust and development efforts.
Odunze expressed optimism that Itu Aka Nguru 2026 would hold successfully, noting that Nguru sons had shown commitment through financial contributions. Prof. Nwachukwu, who moderated the session, urged autonomous communities to proffer solutions that would ensure full participation of all Ezes and peaceful cooperation within the NDU national executive.
The colloquium also featured a lecture by Rev. Fr. Chinatu Anyanwu titled “Aka Ajaja Na Ebute Onu Mmanumanu,” which drew a standing ovation from participants.
Several speakers, including Nze Obinna Njoku and Chief Kenneth Anumoo, emphasised the need for reconciliation among traditional rulers and NDU executives. High Chief C.C. Nnadi proposed a delegate structure from each community, while others called for sustained dialogue to resolve disputes affecting the community.
In his response, Prof. Nwachukwu said every Nguru indigene has equal stake in the community and announced that all title holders must be formally registered with a N10,000 fee to update official records. He also proposed increasing Uboma’s share of Itu Aka Nguru proceeds from 20 per cent to 30 per cent by 2026 and called for the revival of Umuigbe to encourage women’s participation.
The PG appealed for forgiveness from anyone he might have offended and pledged to work with all stakeholders to move Nguru forward.
Barr. Dr. A.N. Aguwa urged families to address rising social vices among youths, stressing the need for moral discipline and responsible upbringing.
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