Predominantly in the Southeast, the Igbo are known for their entrepreneurial spirit, rich traditions, and decentralized social structure. Most Igbos are Christian.
Dr. Alex Ifeanyichukwu Ekwueme (October 21, 1932 – November 19, 2017) was a distinguished Nigerian architect, lawyer, and politician who served as Nigeria’s first elected… Read more
Spouse’s Names:
Helen Ekwueme
King Jaja of Opobo, born Jubo Jubogha in 1821, was a legendary Nigerian merchant-king, diplomat, and statesman Read more
Dr. Francis Akanu Ibiam, a distinguished Nigerian medical doctor, statesman, and devout Christian leader, was born on November 29, 1906, in Unwana, Afikpo North Local… Read more
Spouse’s Names:
Lady Eudora Ibiam
Michael Iheonukara Okpara, an illustrious Nigerian political leader, agricultural reformist, and statesman, was born on December 25, 1920, in Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria Read more
Spouse’s Names:
Adanma Okpara
Rev. Fr. Ejike Camillus Anthony Ebenezer Mbaka, born on July 28, 1965, in Amata Ituku, Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria, is a… Read more
Rita Uchenna Nkem Dominic Waturuocha, born on 12 July 1975, in Mbaise, Imo State, Nigeria, is an award-winning Nigerian actress, producer, and philanthropist. A member… Read more
Spouse’s Names:
Fidelis Anosike
Kingsley Chinweike Okonkwo, professionally known as Kcee, is a prominent Nigerian singer and songwriter celebrated for his contributions to the Afrobeats and highlife genres. Early… Read more
Spouse’s Names:
Ijeoma Okonkwo
Dr. Emeka Okonkwo, widely known as E-Money, is a prominent Nigerian businessman and philanthropist. Born on February 18, 1981, in Ajegunle, Lagos State, Nigeria, he… Read more
Spouse’s Names:
Juliet Okonkwo
Tim I. Okeke was born on January 13, 1937, in Anambra State, Nigeria. He passed away on August 23, 2013, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Tim… Read more
Spouse’s Names:
Kathy (née McKinney)
Dr. Anthony Ukpabi Asika (June 28, 1936 – September 14, 2004) was a prominent Nigerian academic, political scientist, administrator, and civil servant, best known for… Read more
Spouse’s Names:
Chinyere Asika,
