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London, 12th July 2025 The Congress of Igbo Leaders UK and Ireland was proud of the very successful celebration of a significant milestone, the 10th Anniversary of the Igbo Festival of Arts and Culture (IFAC). This landmark occasion brought     together distinguished traditional rulers, community leaders, dignitaries from African embassies, local UK officials, and guests from across the globe to honour a decade of cultural preservation, pride, and unity within the Igbo diaspora. What began ten years ago as the humble vision of twelve dedicated Igbo patriots has now evolved into one of the most distinguished celebrations of African heritage in the United Kingdom. These founders, through personal sacrifice and unwavering commitment, laid the foundation for a cultural legacy that continues to thrive far from home. From its modest beginnings, IFAC has grown into a powerful platform that showcases the richness of Igbo traditions. It's language, music, dance, fashion, and values. Th...

  Enugu, Nigeria 2/7/25 In a passionate call to action, Mazi Obi Okoli-Ojeluigbozi has urged all Igbo leaders, clergy, elders, traditional rulers, and stakeholders to convene an urgent Igba Izu (strategic consultative meeting) to deliberate on the political and economic future of Ndigbo. Speaking during a media interview today regarding the recent political realignment and the coalition’s move into the African Democratic Congress (ADC) party, Mazi Okoli-Ojeluigbozi emphasized the pressing need for unity and discreet consultation. He stressed that Ndigbo must ‘Gba Izu' hold confidential discussions before taking any collective political step. “ It is critical that we come together now. Our political leaders, our traditional institutions, our clergy, our business elites to soberly discuss and agree on the path forward. Any political move must protect the core interests and values of Ndigbo. Unity and strategy are the keys to securing a future that benefits our people,” he stated. Maz...

  Your Excellencies, Distinguished Delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen. I stand before you today not just as a voice from the Igbo nation, but as a custodian of memory, justice, and hope. Today, the 30th of May, marks a day of solemn remembrance. A sacred day on which we honour the over three million Biafran men, women, and children who perished in the genocidal war between 1967 and 1970. They died not merely in battle, but through calculated starvation, mass killings, and the deliberate orchestration of humanitarian blockades. A war crime the world witnessed, and tragically, allowed. Today is not just about history. It is about the present. It is about a people, the Igbo who, more than half a century after that genocide, continue to face systematic marginalization, state-sponsored discrimination, and the silent erasure of their humanity within Nigeria. We are compelled to speak, because silence is complicity. We draw your attention to the unprovoked destruction of Igbo-owned businesse...

Renowned clinician, politician, and philanthropist, Cllr Anna Mbachu, has been honoured with the prestigious 2024 National Diaspora Merit Award in the philanthropist category. The award ceremony took place in Abuja, Nigeria, during the recently concluded Diaspora Week, celebrating the exceptional contributions of Nigerians living abroad. Cllr Anna Mbachu is widely recognized for her tireless efforts in empowering widows and providing education to orphaned girls through her charity, the Anna Mbachu Foundation. Her personal experiences as a widow and an orphan have deeply influenced her mission, driving her to support those who face similar challenges. About the Anna Mbachu Foundation The Anna Mbachu Foundation is dedicated to uplifting the lives of orphans and widows, particularly in the Igbo-speaking South East Nigeria. The foundation offers educational support to orphaned girls, ensuring they receive free education up to the secondary level to protect them from child abuse and other s...

It is with total humility that we greet Your Royal Highnesses, Your Excellencies, the Ambassadors in our midst, members of the Diplomatic Corps, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen. Ndi be anyi, ndeewo nu! I greet you all with the sincere greetings of peace. In my native Igbo Language, we say Udo Diri Unu Nine.May the peace of Chukwuokike Abiama be upon you all. It is with great joy and pride that I stand before you today to celebrate the rich culture, tradition, heritage, and vibrant culture of the Igbo people. This festival is not just a gathering; it is a powerful affirmation of our identity, our history, and our collective spirit. The Igbo Festival of Arts and Culture in London is a testament to the enduring strength and resilience of our community. Though we are far from the lands of our ancestors, we carry with us the indomitable spirit of the Igbo people. We are here to honour our past, celebrate our present, and inspire our future. Our culture is a tapestry woven with thr...

  The Imo State government, through its Commissioner for Education Imo State, Prof Johncliff Nwadike, extends heartfelt congratulations to the Arondizuogu Patriotic Union UK (APU) for their remarkable initiative in sponsoring 125 students for Junior WAEC Registration.       In a letter to APU UK, the commissioner said that APU UK     "commitment is commendable. Following your initial offer, you generously pledged to cover the BECE examination fees for all third-year Junior Secondary School students. This kind of action sets an inspiring example, and we are thrilled to have APU UK/Ireland as a partner. Together, we can achieve significant positive outcomes for the Arondizuogu community. " The commissioner highlighted the positive impact this sponsorship will have on the students' educational journey. Imo State Commissioner for Education Prof Johncliff Nwadike The president of the Arondizuogu Patriotic Union UK, Mazi Vincent Akamnonu, emphasised that this ini...