Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna

Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna
Ubojene II; Akajiofo Ntu-egbenese
Reign14 January 2024 - present
Coronation24 April 2025
PredecessorIgwe Godwin Ochi
Born (1968-12-19) 19 December 1968
SpousePrincess Adaeze Chizoba Ogbonna (Nee Obi)
Issue
  • Prince Raleke Chukwubuikem Ogbonna
  • Princess Chinazo Alicia Ogbonna
  • Princess Kamsiyo Chioma Ogbonna

Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna (born December 19, 1968) is an Igbo monarch and the current traditional ruler of Ogugu, Ntu-egbenese Ancient Kingdom in Awgu, Enugu State.[1] Ogbonna ascended the throne after 25 years of vacancy following the death of Godwin Ochi in 1999.[2][3]

Early life and education

Ogbonna was born on December 19, 1968, in Ogugu, Enugu State. He attended Ogugu Central School from 1973 to 1979. He then attended Government Secondary School Tangaza, Sokoto State, earning his senior secondary certificate in 1984.[4] He later earned a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication from the Enugu State University of Science and Technology in 1994.[2] Earlier, he served as President of Awgu Local Government Students in the University from 1992 to 1994.[2] He was also the Director of Social in 1993. In 1994, he was elected as the Student Union President at the Enugu State University of Technology.[4]

Career

Ogbonna left Nigeria for South Africa in the mid-90s, where he founded Eagles Watch Security and Cleaning Services CC, reportedly the "first black foreign African-owned security company" in Pretoria.[2] He also founded Divine Watch Security and Cleaning Services and OGB Logistics CC.[2] He served as President of all Nigerians in Eastern Cape, South Africa from 2001 to 2004 and President of the Nigerian Union East London from 2007 to 2009.[2]

Election and coronation

He was elected Ìgwè of Ogugu Ntu-egbenese Ancient Kingdom on January 14, 2024.[5][6][7][8] He was coronated on April 24, 2025, as Ubaojene II of Ogugu Ntu-egbenese at Nkwo-Ogugu.[9][10][11][12] In April 2025, Enugu Government led by Peter Mbah presented him a certificate of recognition.[13][14] Ogbonna promotes sports, and he is a fan of Rangers International FC.[11][15] Since becoming monarch, Igwe Ogbonna makes his opinions known on several social issues.[16][17][18][19] He is also vocal on leadership quality.[20][21][22]

Personal life

Ogbonna is married to Princess Adaeze Chizoba Ogbonna from the royal Obi Uruagu family of Nnewi. They have three children.[2]

References

  1. ↑ Ugwueze, Emmanuel (2025-04-25). "Enugu Govt presents certificate of recognition to Ogugu monarch after 25 years". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 "Chief Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna: Now The Ìgwè of Ogugu Ntu-egbenese Ancient Kingdom". This Day. Retrieved 2026-04-19.
  3. ↑ Nwafor (2025-04-24). "Aloysius Ogbonna receives Certificate of Recognition as traditional ruler after 25 years". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  4. 1 2 "Profile Of Igwe-elect Of Ogugu Ntu-egbenese Ancient Kingdom, Chief Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna - Journalist101.com". 2024-04-08. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  5. ↑ danivert (2024-01-15). "Ogugu community elects Aloysius Ogbonna as new Igwe after 24-year interregnum". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  6. ↑ "Enugu, Ogugu Community Get New King, 24yrs After". National Network. Port Harcourt, Nigeria. 2024-01-16. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  7. ↑ "Enugu Traditional Ruler Pledges Quality Leadership". This Day. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  8. ↑ "Ogugu: Emergence of Chief Ogbonna as Igwe-elect and a community in need of impactful leadership, development". Blueprint. Abuja, Nigeria. 2024-09-24. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  9. ↑ Adebayo, Raji (2025-04-26). "Igwe Ogbonna Takes Traditional Oath Of Office As Akajiofo Of Ntu-egbenese Clan". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-19.
  10. ↑ Nwafor (2024-10-26). "Meet the Ìgwè elect of Ogugu Ntu-egbenese Ancient Kingdom in Awgu LGA of Enugu State". Vanguard (Nigeria). Retrieved 2026-04-19.
  11. 1 2 danivert (2024-06-17). "Rangers NPFL title: Enugu Igwe-elect, Ogbonna, applauds Gov Mbah". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-19.
  12. ↑ "Enugu: After 26 Years, Ogugu Ntu-Egbenese Kingdom Gets Full Palace Cabinet as Igwe Ogbonna Makes Historic Appointments - Journalist101.com". 2025-12-24. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  13. ↑ Adebayo, Raji (2025-05-12). "Ogbonna Lauds Gov Mbah's Roadmap For Restoring Peace Across Enugu Communities". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  14. ↑ danivert (2024-05-12). "Enugu: Ogugu concerned citizens dismiss Igweship tussle report". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  15. ↑ Ede, Raphael (2021-12-22). "Enugu community unites warring villages with football". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  16. ↑ Ugwueze, Emmanuel (2024-05-08). "Enugu Electricity Law, others will bring disruptive innovations - Monarch-elect, Ogbonna". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  17. ↑ "Igwe-elect hails Nigeria @64, lauds Mbah's proactive leadership". Blueprint. Abuja, Nigeria. 2024-10-01. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  18. ↑ Onyeka (2024-08-16). "Group celebrates Monarch-elect for supporting cultism fight". Anambra people magazine. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  19. ↑ "MOTHER'S DAY: Chief Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna Urges Global Reflection On Profound Significance Of Motherhood - Journalist101.com". 2024-04-14. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  20. ↑ danivert (2024-05-26). "Ogugu community hails Asadu, new chairman of Enugu traditional rulers council". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  21. ↑ "Ogugu Ntu-Egbenese Community Hails Senator Ngwu's Impactful First Year In Office". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Archived from the original on 2025-05-31. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
  22. ↑ Rapheal (2026-04-26). "Enugu monarch lauds Nwobodo on lifetime award". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-04-26.
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