FAAN Director Conferred with Chieftaincy Title

The Director of Special Duties at the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN),  Mrs. Obiageli Orah, has been conferred with the prestigious chieftaincy titles of Chief Ugosimba and Lolo Nmaluluno of Oba Kingdom, while her husband, Nze Alobueze C. Orah, was installed as Ichie Okokpa I of Oba Kingdom. The chieftaincy titles were conferred during a grand traditional ceremony held recently at Oba Kingdom, Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State. The honours were bestowed by the traditional ruler of Oba Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Austin Emelobe, Igwe Eze Okpoko II, in recognition of the couple’s outstanding contributions to public service, community development, and societal advancement. The conferment marks a significant acknowledgement of Mrs Orah’s exemplary leadership, integrity, and distinguished career in national service, particularly through her impactful role in the society and in FAAN. The title Chief Ugosimba, which translates to “An Eagle from Another Town”, reflects Mrs Orah’s status as an Oba woman by marriage rather than by birth. It also signifies “A Mother Who Upholds Goodness and Progress whilst the title “Nmaluluno” translates to beauty grown from the grassroots of good upbringing from home, is traditionally reserved for women of proven character, influence, and positive societal impact. Speaking at the ceremony, Igwe Eze Okpoko II reoresented by Sanuel Onunkwo ( Ichie Ifedinoba) described Mrs Orah as “a daughter whose integrity, compassion, and commitment to societal advancement stand as a shining example for women in leadership.” “The title of Lolo Ugosimba is reserved for women who embody strength, goodness, and a deep sense of responsibility to their people. Mrs. Orah has consistently demonstrated these qualities, and we are proud to honour her,” the monarch stated. According to him, the traditional institution of Oba Kingdom found Mrs. Orah worthy of the honour due to her distinguished public service career, exceptional contributions to national development, and philanthropic support to communities within Anambra State and across Nigeria. In her remarks, Mrs. Orah expressed profound gratitude to the traditional rulers and people of Oba Kingdom for the honour, describing it as a call to deeper service.