By George Ozalla
Senator Uche Ekwunife (Iyom) PhD, CON, Deputy Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Anambra State, has extended heartfelt congratulations to His Royal Highness, Igwe Dr. Kenneth Onyeneke Orizu III, on the occasion of his 100th birthday.
In a message of felicitations, Senator Ekwunife described the milestone as a celebration not only of age but of a life defined by wisdom, peace, and enduring leadership. She lauded the monarch for exemplifying the true essence of traditional rulership, leading with humility, fairness, and foresight while preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Nnewi Kingdom and the wider Igbo community.
Highlighting his exceptional reign, one of the longest in Nigeria, Senator Ekwunife noted that Igwe Orizu III has been a custodian of truth, a pillar of unity, and a guiding father figure for generations, steering his people with experience and divine grace. She prayed that God would continue to bless him with health, peace, and the joy of seeing his subjects prosper, while his legacy continues to inspire present and future generations.
