HRH Eze Charles Onwukwe Iheke, Nkalu-ukwu 1 of Amankalu Igbere commended in Elizabeth, New Jersey

Chief, Rev. Dr. T. Anthony Spearman (Agu-Di-Na-Mba of Amankalu Igbere) and Lolo Janice Spearman were in the City of Elizabeth, New Jersey on Friday, March 20, 2020 to receive honors on behalf of late HRH Eze Charles Onwukwe Iheke, Nkalu-ukwu 1 of Amankalu Igbere, Abia State, Nigeria. Reverend Dr. Anthony Spearman who is President of the NAACP, North Carolina State Conference and a kinsman of the Iheke family was welcomed at Elizabeth City Hall by Hon. Council Woman-At-Large Patricia Perkins-Auguste and members of Committee of Friends For HRH Eze Charles Iheke amongst whom were: Dr. Harris Enabulele, Chief Veronica Anyanwu Iruwa, Mrs. Barbara Miller, Deacon Gordin Nwako, and Fr. Steve Aribe.

About Rev. Dr. T. Anthony Spearman

After finding through DNA analysis that he had Igbo ancestors, he made contact with Past District Governor Lemmy Ijioma of Rotary District 9120 who was able to reconnect him with his ancestral base.
On arrival in Igbere, he was taken to the local stream to have a swim (bath). This is an African tradition that requires that any descendant who had wandered away must be purified by this “bath” before he/she is re-accepted as part of the community. Shortly afterwards he was greeted by the entirety of the Amankalu Igbere Autonomous Community and embraced by Eze Charles Iheke himself.  Dr. Spearman was then made a chief and given the title of Agu Di Na Mba (The lion that is in a foreign land) and immediately inducted as one of the Cabinet Chiefs.

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Mazi. Anyaogu Elekwachi Ukonu turns 90 today

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Newly wed Obioha Ferdinand and Precious Nnennaya Ukonu Dukes pose with Chief & Lolo Ukonu and relatives after the wedding in California

It was a beautiful wedding this past weekend as Precious Nnennaya Ukonu and Obioha Ferdinand Dukes became one in Holy Matrimony on Sunday February 16, 2020 at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Pasadena California. 

    A classic well organized and well attended wedding reception was held in Burbank California.
Igbo Basics Publications was represented at the wedding and reception respectively by Engr. Imo Iboko and
Dr. Nwachukwu Anakwenze, (Onowu of Abagana).

    Imo Iboko's father Dr. John I. Iboko who attended Loyola University in Los Angeles California during 1950s with grandfather of the bride, the legendary Mazi Anyaogu Elekwachi Ukonu of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA). both of who were from Igbere in Bende LGA, Abia State, Nigeria. Together, they formed a band "Ukonu and His Afro Calypsonians along with Mr. Ceil Penrice and recorded 3 long playing albums (LP) Afro USA, African Night Life, and Real Native.

   The father and mother of the bride Chief & Lolo Ukonu Ukonu (Achinagbara-oha of Igbere) along with the in-laws and several kinsmen and women from around the world graced the occasion. The Ukonus have made their mark in California for ages to come. Chief, Mazi Anyaogu Elekwachi Ukonu (Madu-oha of Igbere turns 90 years young on March 5, 2020 and still going Kakaraka. "Ka Chineke mezie okwum."

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Apostle Dr. Patience Oti, amidst gifts and talents with the congregation, celebrate Church Building Dedication & Ordination

Apostle Dr. Patience Oti with Tabernacle Ministers from various States in USA during the
New Jersey Tabernacle Church Building Dedication & Ordination in Plainfield NJ

On January 19, 2020 at 660 East 6th Street, Plainfield township, the New Jersey Tabernacle held it's church building dedication and ordination service at 11:00AM. The service, held by Apostle Dr. Patience Oti, is a celebration of the 15 year journey it took for the congregation to find a church home. 

    The building was able to house the large group of people from all over the United States, who came to worship, including a section in the back for children and larger families. The event held the normal proceedings of a mass and a reception with food and drink after. Many different speakers including Minister Cherry Collins, Minister Jean Matthew, Minister Stacy Egbo, Pastor Vivian Ijeoma, Dr Gabriel Nwala, Apostle Joshua Nathan, Pastor Constance Nwaelele, Rev. Elsa Desousa, Minister Quincy Quincy, Ugochukwu Uko, and Pastor Samuel Eke spoke at the event. Choirs from NJT, SHOW, and MIT were the notable choirs that performed.

    Sister Angela read the miracle of the church. The first service was held in March 2001 with 19 people and since then, they were able to purchase 3.3 acres of land, the minimum that a Township requires, and "battled" with the Township of Plainfield to make the land commercial so that they could erect a church. With the help of God, they were able to both pay off the mortgage of their acres and purchase the building which they dedicated to Him.

   To learn more information about the church, visit www.newjerseytabernacle.org

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Exit of Professor Amagh Nduka, Africa's foremost Nuclear Scientist

Professor Amagh Nduka, Africa's foremost Nuclear physicists
Photo credit: Igbo Basics 2010 at Owerri Nigeria

Prof Amagh Nduka was born in Amankalu, Igbere, in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State, Nigeria.

Professor Nduka made many outstanding contributions to science. Most profound is his theory: The Absolute Theory of Science. This theory subsumes all other theories in science, including his Third Revolution Theory in Science after the order of Isaac Newton and Albert Einstein (i.e. first and second revolution respectively). This theory, the absolute theory of science, explains (theoretically and mathematically) nuclear physics, atomic physics, boson physics, nuclear fussion, astrophysics and elementary particle physics – areas of physics which its theorization has since the 1920’s remained static. The theory also provides, for the first time ever, explanations to boson and fermio-boson physics – areas which have eluded physicists since the inception of physical enquiry.

He also created an entirely new mathematics called discrete geometry or quantum mathematics, with which arsenal he made yet another striking contribution by giving a formal theoretical calculation of the mass of the neutrino – one of the most controversial in particle physics.

There is no doubt that Professor A. Nduka gave a very interesting and mind-expanding lecture, and if his theories are applied into physics, it means that many of the things in conventional literature will only be for the trashcan. In other words, a total overhaul of science is mandatory. The import of this is that everybody goes back to school! Another interesting thing (if not unfortunate) is that he is the only authority in the world in what he has done. According to him “What we have done puts Nigeria as number one in science, and I am the only authority in the world in it”. This may seem extravagant, but if you go through some of his recent papers, you would see that there is no mention of any black (not African or American) in all his references, and that validates the point that he is indeed a world-authority in his chosen areas.

It is really not surprising that the works and theories of A. Nduka do not ring much bell today. The reason is simple: the overwhelming economic and political clout of the scientists or their disciples whose work he has disproved. Some of these people are Nobel laureates and are dominant in the world’s scheme of things in science. It will certainly require another generation of physicists or scientists that would grow up to apply his theories. But one thing is clear: his works take science a hundred years ahead. According to him, “We are the pioneers of the future, with the aim of constructing a physical theory appropriate to both macroscopic and microscopic phenomena. The elements of our theory are: the intellect, non-classical mathematics (discrete geometry, partition and dimensionality theorems, 4-operators – all invented by us), and experiment”.

There is indeed no doubt that time, just as it did for scientists before him, will vindicate this great Nigerian scientist. We therefore congratulate him on his many contributions, not just in theoretical physics and applied mathematics, but to science in general.

CHIGOZIE UBANI
Coordinator, Science Nigeria Lectures
And Chairman, Global Science Development Initiatives.

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Celebrating Ezinne Florence Ubah

"What you will do for me when I am gone, do it for me now that I am here with you"
We at Igbo Basics Publications join the Ubah family in celebrating their mother. Congratulations Ezinne.

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HRH EZE CHARLES ONWUKWE IHEKE
Nkalu-ukwu 1 of Amankalu Igbere

Eze Charles Onwukwe Iheke
Nkalu-ukwu 1 of Amankalu Igbere Autonomous Community
- 2019
On November 4th 2019, HRH Eze Charles Onwukwe Iheke, Nkalu-ukwu 1 of Amankalu, Igbere passed on.  On November 9, after announcing his passing at Amankalu Igbere, the community declared a 4-day mourning period covering Afo, Nkwo, Eke, Orie (market days) and began to commiserate with a traditional 7 gun salute after beating of the ikoro.  The Eze’s council, community executives, and other community members came out in traditional dancing displays around Igbere to honor their fallen leader.  May his soul rest in peace.

Ikoro Amankalu located at Isiegbu

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Chinwe Awa Ude-Umanta Committed to Mother Earth

Chinwendu Awa Ude-Umanta was committed to mother earth on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at the Ivy Hill Cemetery, Laurel, Maryland, USA.
Earlier, a memorial service was held at the Tabernacle Church, S Laurel Drive, in Laurel MD.
Family, friends, college alumni and well-wishers held a wake keeping for Chinwe on Friday October 18.

Chinwe kwadoro akwado. Chinwe nwere madu. Ndi Igbere in Maryland and others from far and wide including London, Florida, North Carolina, New York, New Jersey, California and Nigeria, ikwu ra ibe, ndi enyi na ndi mba di iche iche, biara duo Chinwe laa na udo. Anyi rio Obasi di n’ elu ka onabata mkpuru-obi Chinwe.

The gathering was evidence that Chinwe was a good person while on earth and heaven will welcome her in good standing.
Chinwe who passed away at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Maryland, on October 9, 2019 hails from Umuobasi, Amankalu, Igbere, Abia State, Nigeria, was married to Ude-Umanta and was survived by her son, husband, mother and father Chief & Lolo Ikwechegh and Chinasa Awa, siblings Chima Awa, Nnenna Awa Onyegbado, Ugo Awa Chike Okonkwo, Nwabueze Awa, Queen O. Awa, lots of uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, including the publisher of Igbo Basics.com along with other relatives and a load of friends.

The family appreciates and thanks all those who commiserated with them during this time of mourning.
May her soul rest in peace

Mbano Association of New Jersey Fundraise to build a Surgical Center and Launched Her Women Uniform

Mbano Association of New Jersey raised funds toward the construction of a Surgical Center currently under construction at Mbano, Imo State, Nigeria, even as she launched her Women Uniform. The event which took place at the Sacred Heart’s Church Hall in Irvington NJ demonstrated the outreach of the Mbano Community within the Nigerian community featured presentation of Kolanut and children’s dance.

The Chairman of the occasion, Sir Clement Ezeh in his opening remarks encouraged friends and well-wishers to support a worthy course for this Modern Surgical Theatre being built on land nearly about five thousand square feet at Mbano, he thanked the President of the Association Dr. Ejike Ndubuisi P.hd and organizing committee members of the event as well as the entire Mbano community along with their friends. Notable dignitaries in attendance at the event included Dr. Obiora, Chief Allwell Ezealaji Hon. Elliot Isibor, Dame Ivy Onyejekwe, Lady Chinwe Njoku and Hon. Kalu Ndukwe of Nkporo, a Former Commissioner of Health for Abia State Nigeria.
Ezeh appealed to the audience to donate generously toward realizing the completion of the Surgical Center, stating that, you never know if you will be the first to receive treatment in that theater.

The highlight of the event was the Launching of the Mbano Women Uniform spearheaded by the able ladies of Mbano and Lady Chinonso Ezeh who flew in all the way from Nigeria specifically for this event. A website www.mbanonj.com is being setup to avail supporters the opportunity and convenience to donate for this noble project through their computer or cell phone. Click on picture to view video

Ohanaeze plans big for Zik, Ojukwu, Biafra heroes

The Ohanaeze Ndigbo has unveiled plans to immortalise foremost nationalist and Nigeria’s first president, Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, leader of the defunct Republic of Biafra, Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, governor of former Eastern region, Dr. Akanu Ibiam and those who fought the cause of Biafra, whether living or dead

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Congratulations Ndubuisi Ejike, Ph.D on your rare academic achievement.
You worked hard to earn this success. Now enjoy the fruits of your dreams come through.

Ka onye si agba ka ekwe ji akuru-ya event on September 27, 2019

Humble Professor Eme Ekekwe, A man of Integrity

To my amiable, kind, assertive, simple, courageous, humble, peaceful, eloquent and greatest benefactor , Prof. Eme Nwachukwu Ekekwe, congratulations on your well deserved and meritorious retirement as a lecturer in the University of Port-Harcourt. My mentor and coach, Uncle, academician, erudite scholar , I am glad you have produced so many people whose inks will continue to scribble your vision about the Nigeria state and life generally. I am super excited that I have tapped and will continue to tap from your wealth of experience. You have always been a great motivator. As you retire, may your hand never get tired of holding a pen.
Thanks for all you have been to me

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Ezumezu (Convention) of Igbere Progressive Association International in Canada 2019

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Anire Okogun big 50

to Anire Amorighoye Celey-Okogun

Happy Wonderful Golden Birthday my love.

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Inauguration of Igbere Development Association in USA

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Chartering/Inauguration of PCNI-Nottingham Branch,  United Kingdom (PCNI)

Chartering/Inauguration of PCNI-Nottingham Branch,  United Kingdom by Peoples Club President,  High Chief Sir Dr.. Joseph Ilonze,  EzeUgonna, Ojoto. Also present were Chief Sir Polly Z Ubah,  Ugo Eji Eje Mba Na Ishi-Ubomiri,  1st Vice President (National/International), first Female Patron Chief Dr. F. N. Nwako-Oraelosi, MD (Oduenyi Abagana) of London Branch,  Nze Sir Dr. Dan Onyeagba,  Ukpaka Nagba Na Udummiri, 3rd Vice President,  London Branch Chairman,  Chief Chinedu Nwosu,  Udoakpuenyi Na Ekwe ancient Kingdom and a host of other dignitaries from all over the world.

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Cattle breeders

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Imagine The Ikoro Sound when Iroko tree falls

Imagine The Ikoro Sound when Iroko tree falls

Igwe Ralph Ekpeh was welcomed with a red carpet event at the residence of Ozomkpu Francis Owoh preceding a convention held by Chief Owoh’s organization, the Enugwu-Ukwu Community Development Union (ECDU)-New York Branch.  Igwe Ekpeh has been the Eze of the Enugwu-Ukwu area for the last 9 years, bringing with his leadership a sense of peace and organization to the local community.  Though in an elevated position he remains, as described by members of his community humble, kind, and accommodating.  The Igwe appointed Ozompku Owoh to his cabinet as an advisior 3 years ago and made him an ambassador for the Enugwu-Ukwu community abroad, so naturally when the Igwe came in to rally the community at the convention with his presence, Chief Owoh threw a grand celebration at his own residence to welcome him for the first time to the greater New York area.

Patronship Installation of Chief Dr. F. N. Nwako-Oraelosi MD (Oduenyi Abagana) Peoples Club of Nigeria International (PCNI)

August 28, 2018 Peoples Club of Nigeria International installed their first Female Patron Chief Dr. F. N. Nwako-Oraelosi, MD (Oduenyi Abagana) The event which took place at the Country residence (Enyi House) of Nwako-Oraelosi at Orafia Village Abagana, Anambra State Nigeria in an atmosphere of pump and peagantry featured open air Christian Church Service, traditional breaking of Kolanuts, address by the Interim President of the Club Igwe Charles Ezeudogu, introduction of PCNI branches, formal installation ceremony, entertainment/merriments and speaches.

Earlier, the Igwe of Abagana His Majesty Obi P. Mbamalu Okeke was ushered in by the Ohamadike International W#ar Dancers representatives of Nkalukwu 1 of Amankalu Igbere in Bende Local Goverment Area of Abia State. The installation ceremony garced by various branches of PCNI including the London Branch which Dr Nwako Oraelosi is a member. IRM Igwe R. N. Nwankwo, Trustee/Patron (Nkataukwu) Igwe Ogene conducted the formal handover of Staff and Certificate of Patronship to the new Patron Dr. F. N. Nwako-Oraelosi (Oduenyi Abagana)

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‘Nigeria will thrive when every Nigerian is able to thrive’

Polly Ubah & Others Complete NJ Governor Murphy's Transition2018 Committee Assignment

Governor Philip Murphy of New Jersey with Chief Polly Ubah during the Innauguration of the Governor

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Deputy Mayor of Newark NJ Ugochukwu Nwaokoro representing Mayor Ras Baraka, welcomes Emeka Okpukpara Jr., President of Umu Igbo Unite to Newark as Isaac Iheke representing Igbo Basics Publications concludes the interview (click pic for details)

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