Hon. Chief Mrs. Chinwendu Edomobi Amba, affectionately known as Ugo Ndi Obowo, Founder of the Rosebon Empowerment Initiative (REIN) and former Senior Special Adviser to the Honourable Minister of State FCT/FCT Focal Person for the National Social Investment Programme N-SIP, recently graced the 2024 Mbomuzo cultural festival in Umulogho community, Obowo LGA of Imo State.
Her participation in the festivities was a source of great joy, as it underscored the importance of preserving and celebrating heritage, customs, and traditions of the people.
The Mbomuzo cultural festival holds significant meaning in Obowo, involving the communal cleaning of the village to ensure a neat and welcoming environment for both residents and visitors.
Hon Chinwendu eloquently spoke about how such cultural events serve to unify people, fostering a sense of solidarity, peace, and collective progress.
Addressing the gathering, Ugo Obowo expressed heartfelt appreciation to HRH Eze Sir Ngozi Uwalaka, the esteemed traditional ruler of Umulogho community, for his efforts in organizing the event. She emphasized the role of cultural celebrations in preserving community identity and promoting societal cohesion.
In his remarks, HRH Eze Sir Ngozi Uwalaka acknowledged the special significance of Hon Chief Mrs Chinwendu’s presence at the festival, highlighting her dedication to community development and empowerment. He used the opportunity to urge his people to uphold peace and harmony as essential values for communal progress.
The 2024 Mbomuzo festival thus became a testament to the enduring cultural heritage of Obowo, uniting residents in a celebration that not only honoured traditions but also reinforced the bonds of kinship and shared responsibility within the community.
