By Regina Igwebuike
Princess Dr. Jessie Ifeoma Udoka-Menuba, the Founder/CEO of Queen-Tovah Cares Foundation Int’l, the Mother General and Patroness of Anambra State People in Enugu (ASPE), has extended warm felicitations to the group during the 2025 Anambra Day/Iwa ji festival.
The ceremony, held on October 25 at Michael Okpara Square Enugu, Enugu State also featured award presentations to deserving personalities.
Princess Udoka-Menuba highlighted the significance of Iwa Ji festival as a cultural celebration in Igbo land, Nigeria, emphasizing its role in thanksgiving for bountiful harvest, community bonding, and spiritual renewal, marking the beginning of the harvest season.
While wishing them a memorable festival and a future of greater collaboration for the collective good of our people, she encouraged them to keep up with the momentum and continue strengthening this bond of togetherness.
She commended the ASPE Executive and the Organizing Committee for such a wonderful and successful event.
As a proud Onye Anambra, Princess Udoka-Menuba enjoined them to conscientiously vote for the right candidate come November 8 Gubernatorial election, emphasizing that when the righteous is on the throne, the people rejoice.
“Vote for a credible candidate with good antecedent. Don’t mortgage your conscience because of peanut.” She urged them to prioritize the betterment of Anambra State.
Earlier, the ASPE President, High Chief P U Adimorah, welcomed attendees and highlighted the organization’s objectives: fostering brotherhood among Anambra people in Enugu, ensuring safety and security, promoting cordial relationships with Enugu State Government and Anambra State Government, and enhancing socioeconomic participation. The event showcased Anambra’s rich cultural heritage and promoted unity through the Iwa Ji ceremony.
The group appealed for financial support for their Anambra House project, which includes a Secretariat, Skills Acquisition Centre, mini Mart/canteen, guest house, and recreational facilities.
Chief Adimorah thanked Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, for approving land allotment, praying God to reward him abundantly.
Ijele masquerade, Mkpokiti dance and other cultural display added glamour to the event.
Regina is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State
