Okenze Obinna: A Rooted Iroko Tree That Has Conquered His Environment

….. celebrating Okenze S.I Obinna as BOLD PERSONALITY of Boldmedia Group .

Chief MacDonald Enwere.

Iroko tree is one of the sacred trees in Igbo legends. It embodies strength, nobility, and resilience, weaving together the physical and spiritual realms in Igbo cosmology. It is a celestial beacon , a guardian of spirits, and a living testament to the Igbo people’s deep traditional connection to nature. In Igbo cultural heritage, it is a divine gift planted by Chukwu Okike Abiama to provide nurturing. Its root anchors sacred groves where it serves as a portal to the ancestral realm; a bridge between the living and divine. Its branches provide shades for protection and condusive avenue for problem solving. In Igbo cosmology, it is believed that Iroko tree is a guardian of sacred groves ,where spirits reside and history is preserved.

There is no doubt that Okenze Sylvester Obinna (Okenze Chikwunazu Ngor-Okpala) has remained as remained a rooted iroko whose influence and glowing aura has continued to radiate within the firmament and ambience of human existence.

Anytime his name is mentioned, there is a superfluity of fresh insight and novel perspectives because of different narratives to his chapter. This explains the inexhaustiveness of literature on his humble personage despite his blessings arising.

It is obvious that Okenze Obinna is not ordinary. He has divine blessings, which explain why everything he touches prospers beyond prefatory imaginations. There is hardly anything he goes into in life, which does not flourish to unbelievable heights – some people wonder whether he has a magic wand that defies comprehension. In business he keeps towering, in politics he remains a grandmaster, in community leadership, he is a rallying point, in human capital development, he is incomparable, in the home front he is a loving husband, a caring father and a happy grandfather. His shadow continues to grow exponentially as if he has conquered his environment and now calls the tune in all facets of human existentialism. Only few men have such ingenious capacities.

As we reflect on the diverse chapters of Okenze Obinna’s life story ,from the cradle to his experiences in the corporate world, political leadership and his current role as the Oke-Nze ndi Ngor Okpala- the head of Nze title holders in Ngor Okpala and the custodian of Nze heritage in Ngor Okpala, we witness a man whose worldview has been shaped by a tapestry of experiences, each contributing to the fabric of his wisdom and insight.

Through his endowment in human development, Okenze Obinna embodies a holistic approach to leadership that draws from a myriad of influences, blending tradition with modernity, pragmatism with idealism, and a steadfast commitment to the betterment of his people and his society. His legendary role in galvanizing his people for any possible opportunities serves as a testament to the breadth of his experiences and the depth of his understanding, illuminating the path he has carved as a visionary leader and a beacon of hope for generations to come.

A beacon of wisdom and integrity, Okenze Obinna exemplifies the virtues of service to humanity. His leadership transcends mere governance, across political party inclination, embodying the essence of compassion, empathy, and inclusivity. Obviously, Nda Slyve Nnem has remained a symbol of stability, continuity, and sustainability of age-long historical traditions, not only in Ngor Okpala but beyond the state.

At 25 years, he was already married. Presenty, he is already a grandfather. At 30, through divine selection and spiritual discovery, he was unanimously installed and crowned as the Okenze nde Ngor Okpala by all the traditional rulers of Ngor-Okpala of whom none is alive today except Eze Oparaochaekwe of Ulakwo. A feat no one has ever achieved in the history of Igboland. Since after his installation as “Okenze Chikwunazu,” he has never deviated from the path of honesty, transparency, and sobriety even to the glory of God and admiration of “ndi ichie” Ngor-Okpala.

What dazzles me most is the chemistry of his philanthropy and open-heartedness . God, in demonstration of His almightiness, faithfulness, and supremacy, keeps giving the Nguru-Umuowa born gentle ‘big man’ the sovereignty over wealth interminably . How else can anyone explain the geometric rise and superlative success of Nda Slyve’s entrepreneurial involvements that axphyxatingly subjugate competition in all spheres like a behemoth?

“Okenze ” is not just a name or nomenclatural coinage but the people’s heritage and embodiment that defines class, prestige, traditional elegance, and quintessential nobility .
His sophisticated taste and elegance in all aspects of life, coupled with his down-to-earth nature, make him a truly remarkable individual who deserves recognition. Congratulations, Okenze Obinna, as BOLD PERSONALITY OF THE MONTH.

This special profiling is dedicated to Okenze Sylvester Obinna (Okenze nde Ngor Okpala), Chairman Luxury buildings and Accessories -makers of Galaxy Italian Stone chip-coated roof titles in Ngor Okpala, and Chief Executive Officer, Sykobin group of companies, in recognition of his nomination by BoldMedia Group as BOLD PERSONALITY OF THE MONTH.