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2013 IPAI Convention in Houston July 25 — 28, 2013 Pa ge 2 www.ipaiinc.org Volume 1, Issue 1 OKO & ASSOCIATES LAW FIRM ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS AT LAW High Chief, Atty. Chuck & Lolo Ijeoma Oko with children Martha, Victor, Chiamaka and Joseph Oko. The entire Oko family and staff of Oko & Associates Law Firm congratulate Igbere people in Diaspora on the forth coming IPAI Convention. Call us for All Your Legal Needs ! USA. OFFICES NIGERIA OFFICE 7324 S. W. Freeway, Suite 202 380 Lexington Avenue, 17th 62 Okilton St., off Ada George Houston, TX 77074 Floor Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Tel: (713) 773-4887 New York, NY 10168 Nigeria Fax: (713) 773-1140 TEL: (600) 300-9971 Tel: (0810) 777-8700 EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected] Www.okolawfirm.com Editor’s Note Welcome to the third edition of the convention magazine after Igbere Progressive Association International (IPAI) upgraded from program brochure to a biennial magazine. The aim is to expand our global reach by providing opportunity for Igbere people across the world to express their ideas, share their knowledge and expertise and support the develop- ment of Igbere Community. We solicited from the general public to support the 2013 IPAI Convention by plac- ing an Ad on this event program magazine. Thanks to the generosity of our members and friends who responded to the solicitation to support IPAI in this way. To those who could not respond, we believe you would have better reasons to do so in subsequent editions. However, we pray that God would provide for those who wanted to place an Ad but could not do so due to financial reasons, and at the same time bless and multiply the financial re- sources of those who made this extraordinary sacrifice to donate to IPAI in this way. Your donation is highly appreciated. This edition contains vital resources, and information that promotes businesses, special events, introduces families, showcases personal and group profile. It contains articles and a platform to connect with Igbere people across the world. It is the widest print publication relating to Igbere event across the world. Relax and enjoy the articles, and pictures and patronize the businesses listed on therein. More importantly, Support IPAI and Igbere Community now and forever. Let us all strive to make Igbere Community better! Ukaegbu Ukaegbu Chief Technology Officer, DOSERSIS.com Editor-in-Chief, 2013 Convention Program Magazine Vice President, IPAI (2011—2013) Former General Secretary, IPAI (2007 – 2011) Nigeria National Anthem USA National Anthem Arise, O compatriots, Nigeria’s call obey O say , can you see, by the dawn’s early To serve our fatherland light; What so proudly we hail’d at the With love and strength and faith twilight’s last gleaming? The labor of our heroes past Whose broad stripes and bright stars, thro’s the perilous fight O’er the ramparts we watch’d, Shall never be in vain were so gallantly streaming? To serve with heart and might And the rockets red glare, the bombs burst- One nation bound in freedom, peace ing in air, and unity. Gave proof thro’ the night that our flag was still there. O say, does that star-spangled banner yet wave Oh God of creation, direct our noble cause; O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave? Guide our leaders right; ........... Help our Youth the truth to know .......... In love and honesty to grow ......... And living just and true O thus be it ever when free-men shall stand Great lofty heights attain Between their lov’d home and the war’s desolation; To build a nation where peace and justice shall reign. Blast with victory and peace, may the heav’n-rescued land Praise the pow’r that hath made and preserv’d us a nation! NIGERIA NATIONAL PLEDGE Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just, I pledge to Nigeria my country And this be our motto: In God is our trust!” And the star-spangled banner in trumph shall waive To be faithful, loyal and honest O’er the land of the free and the land of the brave! To serve Nigeria with all my strength To defend her unity and uphold her honor and glory Pa ge 4 www.ipaiinc.org Volume 1, Issue 1 Elesie Eke Saul Onyeuku Ukaegbu Ukaegbu Ezinne Ogbureke Publicity Secretary President Vice President General Secretary Lekwa O. Lekwa Oby Igu Dickson I. Samuel Financial Secretary Treasurer Provost 2013 CHAPTER LEADERS 2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Daniel Eke - DC-Maryland Chief Mike Awa (Chairman) - Texas Anyaogu Ogba - New York Chief Chuck Oko (Secretary) - Texas Dick Uba Ijioma - Southeast Mr. Akachukwu Igu - California Mrs. Felicia Onyeuku - Georgia Elesie T. Eke - Canada Dr. Solomon Ikwechegh - Michigan Dickson I. Samuel - Texas Mr. Daniel Onyike - California Ukaegbu Ukaegbu - Pacific Coast 2007—2011 Executive Committee 2007—2011 Board of Directors L-R: Engr. Peter Imaa, Prof. Kalu Ogbureke, Mr. Agbai Ekperi, Dr. Alfred L-R: Okorie Uzor, Emeka Ejieke, Ukaegbu Ukaegbu, Eme Onyeuku, Mr. Udemgba Igu Mike Awa, Ezinne Ogbureke, Saul Onyeuku Others not shown are: Dr. Ogbu Ogbureke and Chief Esse Esse Gala Nite Held on July 27, 2013 Program of Events Distinguished Guests of Honor Governor Emmanuel Ukaegbu Governor Orji Uzor Kalu (Former Governor of Anambra State, Nigeria) (Former Governor of Abia State, Nigeria) 1. Introduction of MC 2. Recognition of the National Executive Council 3. Introduction of special guests 4. Introduction of Distinguished Guest of Honor 5. Opening Prayer 6. National Anthem of USA and Nigeria 7. Presentation of Kola-nuts by the President 8. Address by the President 9. Awards 10. Swearing in of New Executive Council 11. Refreshment—Music—Dinner 12. Fund Raising 13. Dance—Dance— Dance 14. Igbere Girls Dance 15. Igbere Women Dance 16. Dance—Dance—Dance 17. Igbere War Dance (Ikperikpe) 18. Dance—Dance—Dance 19. Closing Remark Pa ge 6 www.ipaiinc.org Volume 1, Issue 1 Features Igbere Kings Editor’s Note ……………………. ..3 USA & Nigeria National Anthems….3 Executive Committee ……………....4 HRH Eze Eme HRH Eze Rowland HRH Eze Charles Program of Events …………………5 Ogbumba Ekeoma Iheke Amakpo Igbere Amankalu Igbere President’s Address………………….76 Amaiyi Igbere Board Chairman’s Speech …………..78 HRH Eze John HRH Eze Ukandu HRH Eze Daniel Okorie Agu Uko Okenwa Amaoji Igbere Amaukwu Igbere HRH Eze Joseph HRH Eze Okorie N. HRH Eze Ogbu www.ipaiinc.org Ejere Uche Chukwu Emenike Ohumola Igbere Okafia Igbere Umusi Igbere 2013 IPAI Convention Local Organizing Committee Chief Mike Awa – Chair Engr. Emma Ukandu HRH Eze John HRH Eze Uwakwe HRH Eze Joseph Oko Ukaegbu Anyanta Dr. (Mrs.) Chinyere Awa Agbo Igbere Amaofufe Igbbere Ibinaukwu Igbere Mr. Lekwa O. Lekwa Mr Eke Chukwu Mrs. Ijeoma Oko Mr. George Chike Dr. Ijeoma Maduka L—R: Uche Eke, Mrs Tara Eke, Chief Daniel Eke (Onwa I of Igbere) and Daniel Eke (Jr.) Congratulates IPAI on her Convention 2013 hosted by Texas Chapter of the IPAI. Long Live IPAI! Long Live Nigeria! Long Live USA! Pa ge 8 www.ipaiinc.org Volume 1, Issue 1 The Family of Chief Esse Esse (Okaibeya II of Igbere) and Chief (Mrs.) Ekanem Obidiya Esse, Congratulate IPAI on her Houston Convention 2013 Pa ge 10 www.ipaiinc.org Volume 1, Issue 1 Igbere, the members of the Old Imo (Obiwanne) of Oklahoma City, give their supports to IPAI’s charity courses. Ndubuisi Ananaba Family Prince Ndubuisi Ananaba & his wife, Rita Ananaba of Oklahoma City, wish the IPAI, continued success in its charity and medical mission endeavors. Pa ge 12 www.ipaiinc.org Volume 1, Issue 1 Samuel Abasilikwu Family Mr. & Mrs. Samuel/Nkechi Abasilikwu of Oklahoma City wishes IPAI a wonderful 2013 convention. May the good Lord watch over the entire events. The family of Mr./Mrs. Joe Nwankwo congratulates the IPAI and its charity endeavors. Pa ge 14 www.ipaiinc.org Volume 1, Issue 1 Mr/Mrs., Austin Ihekona of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma State supports the Igbere people in their charity mission. Sunday Zokari Family The entire of family of Sunday Zokari of Oklahoma City, are proud to be a part of Igbere medical mission. Pa ge 16 www.ipaiinc.org Volume 1, Issue 1 Lekwa Family Mr. & Mrs. Lekwa/Esther O. Lekwa of Oklahoma City, are proud to be parts of IPAI and its charity mission endeavors. Chief Ezeala Family Chief & Lolo Ezeala (from Oklahoma City): The Atakatagbor of Isu, L.G.A., Imo State and his immediate family members happily supports the Igbere Community. Pa ge 18 www.ipaiinc.org Volume 1, Issue 1 Sir Willy Emegano Family The family of Sir Willy Emegano, of Oklahoma City congratulates the IPAI. Emmanuel Uche-Abba Family The family of Emmanuel Uche-Abba of Oklahoma City extends greeting and support to the IPAI. Pa ge 20 www.ipaiinc.org Volume 1, Issue 1 Henry Okeugo, from Oklahoma City, says well - done to people of Igbere. Mr./Mrs. Collins Onu, from Oklahoma City congratulate the Igbere people and their medical missions. Ms. Comfort Agbara, from Oklahoma City, supports the Igbere people. The family of Charles Njenje of Oklahoma City supports the IPAI Pa ge 22 www.ipaiinc.org Volume 1, Issue 1 The Alozies of Oklahoma City congratulates the IPAI The family of Mr./Mrs. Major C. Nwagbuda of Oklahoma City, supports IPAI. Mr./Mrs. Samuel Onu, of Oklahoma City, wish the IPAI, a successful 2013 convention. Pa ge 24 www.ipaiinc.org Volume 1, Issue 1 Dr. Ijeoma Maduka Ijeoma, Chima and Nneoma congratulate Igbere Community on her forth coming 2013 IPAI Convention (Ezumezu in Houston). Ebiri Kwenu! Truecare Allied Pharmacy and Medical Supplies The entire staff of Truecare Allied Pharmacy congratulates Dr.