By Iyke Okpanku.
It was an occasion well graced, when family friends and well-wisher gathered in Abagana Njikaoka Local Government Area of Anambra state to withness the initiation event of Chief Pascal Chukwujekwu into the prestigious Nze na Ozo title of the community.
At the ceremonial initiation of Chief Chukwujekwu as Ozoenyi Abagana the expensive nature and glamour of receiving the title were on display.
In Igboland, the ozo title is regarded as a very prestigious status, and those who hold it demonstrate that they have attained a particular level of social standing as well as being respected and trusted for their contributions to society.
Ozo title holders are believed to uphold the highest standards of integrity, truth, and morality.
Ndi Ozo Abagana conferred the title on the celebrant after processing the normal rites and customary breaking of the kola nut.
They prayed for him and also said that being initiated gives him greater responsibility in family and community affairs and urged him to be steadfast and honest.
Interacting with newsmen on his throne after the initiation Chief Chukwujekwu generally know as Ajani Abagana said he was delighted at finally realizing his dream of joining the society, saying
that he would use the title’s influence to stand up for justice and truth in his community and thanked God and the community for the honor.
He noted that he will impact more positive things to the community, urging youths to be more resourceful and shun social vices
In a remake a friend to the family Chief Johnbosco Onunkwo popularly known as Onwa Umuchu thanked God for making the day a possibility, and advised him to be calm, humble and truthful in all his doings.
In an interview, Chief Ajuluchukwu Okeke and Chief Ndubuisi Igwebuike, noted that the celebrant is a good man of high standard and charisma, advising him to keep upholding good ethics as the title is a way to spur individuals to develop the society.
The ceremony featured the initiation rites and customary dance among others.
