PRINCE IHEAGOZIRI JINANWA BAGS PRESTIGIOUS CHIEFTAINCY TITLE
Prince Iheagoziri Jinanwa, the ebullient and indefatigable Chief Executive Officer of P. Jinas Renewal Energy Limited, has been honoured with the prestigious chieftaincy title of Oke Nze Nwa Nka Ibeya 1 of Amaise, Ovungwu Autonomous Community, in Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area of Abia State.
The title was conferred on the renowned Abuja-based businessman in recognition of his philanthropy, selfless service, youth empowerment and contributions to the development of his community and humanity at large.
The colourful ceremony, which formed part of the activities marking the 2026 New Yam Festival in Amaise Ovungwu, took place at the famous Royal Palace of Destiny of the traditional ruler, HRM Eze Sampson C. Jinanwa, on Friday, October 2, 2026.
The event, chaired by Prof. A. C. B. Agbazuere, attracted a galaxy of traditional rulers, politicians, captains of industry, government officials, business associates, friends and well-wishers, as well as members of the Amaise Ovungwu community.
Performing the conferment, HRM Eze Sampson C. Jinanwa, the traditional ruler of the community, commended Prince Jinanwa for his uncommon magnanimity, generosity and commitment to the welfare and development of his people.
He particularly acknowledged his support for the elderly, women, widows, youths and other less-privileged members of society, describing the honour as a recognition of a man whose contributions had touched lives within and beyond his immediate community.
The monarch expressed confidence that the new title would further encourage Prince Jinanwa to do more for the community, while praying God to continue to bless, protect and strengthen him.
Responding, the visibly elated Prince Jinanwa expressed profound appreciation to Eze Sampson C. Jinanwa and the people of Amaise for the honour.
He said the recognition was particularly significant to him because of the rarity and prestige attached to such traditional titles among his generation.
“I am so happy for the honour done me. If you look around Ngwa land, we have Nze and Oke Nze, but there are very few of my age mates who have received such a prestigious chieftaincy title,” he said.
According to him, the honour was not merely the decision of an individual but a recognition by the traditional institution and people of the community of his modest contributions to society.
He said the recognition had imposed a greater responsibility on him to do more. “To whom much is given, much is expected. If I am recognized in such a big way for the little I have done, what is going to happen in the days ahead? So, this chieftaincy title will ginger me to do more for my community,” he stated.
The businessman pledged to continue contributing to the development of Amaise Ovungwu, Isiala Ngwa North and South Local Government Areas and Abia State as a whole.
“I will do anything that would contribute to the development of my community, Isiala Ngwa North and South LGAs and Abia State at large. I will do it wholeheartedly and with joy,” he added.
Prince Jinanwa, who spoke modestly about his philanthropy, disclosed that his interventions in his community had included the installation of solar-powered streetlights in his village, describing it as one of his contributions towards improving security and the general well-being of the people.
As the CEO of P. Ginas Renewal Energy Limited, he said he had also provided employment opportunities for youths from his community, with more than 20 of them currently working in his company.
His company, he added, had installed solar-powered streetlights in different parts of the country.
Beyond his business activities, Prince Jinanwa said he had consistently supported women and other members of his community through seasonal interventions.
“Every December, I distribute bags of rice to women, including widows, and every Easter, I also distribute fertilizers to assist them in their farm work,” he said.
He further disclosed that some youths had received motorcycles and other forms of support from him as part of his efforts to encourage self-reliance and economic empowerment.
For him, however, the greatest reward lies not in the recognition but in the opportunity to inspire others, particularly the younger generation.
Advising youths, Prince Jinanwa urged them to embrace hard work, diligence and positive contributions to society, stressing that character and service could eventually attract recognition.
“My advice to the youths is to lead by example. Now that they have seen all I have done at my age and the recognitions coming my way because of my character, hard work and contributions to the development of my community and beyond, I want to tell them that hard work pays,” he said.
He urged young people not to wait for opportunities but to wake up each day determined to make a meaningful contribution to their lives and communities.
“It is true that the grace of God abounds, but heaven helps those who help themselves. Everybody should wake up every morning and look for what to do, and God in His infinite mercy will bless the work of our hands,” he said.
The chieftaincy ceremony was attended by a retinue of distinguished personalities who accompanied Prince Jinanwa, including relatives, friends, business associates and well-wishers from different parts of the country.
The celebration later continued at Prince Jinanwa’s magnificent country home, where he hosted his guests to a lavish reception.
There was an abundance of sumptuous traditional cuisines, assorted alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, while live bands provided music and entertainment that kept the guests in high spirits.
For the new Oke Nze Nwa Nka Ibeya 1, however, the ceremony was more than a celebration of a title.
It was a call to greater service—and a renewed commitment to using his resources, enterprise and influence to touch more lives and contribute to the development of his people.
