Apex Igbo Socio-cultural group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has celebrated Chief Jim Ifeanyi Nwobodo as he marks his 81st birthday.

The group in a press statement signed by their Spokesman Chief Alex Chiedozie Ogbonnia, blessed the Celebrant on this occasion.

The statement read:
“Ohanaeze Ndigbo joins millions, both at home and in the Diaspora to felicitate with His Excellency, Chief Dr. Jim Ifeanyichukwu Nwobodo, (Anyanwunawaraoha), the first executive governor of the Old Anambra State on the auspicious occasion of his 81st birthday.“

“Of all the former leaders in Igbo Land, Jim Nwobodo stands very tall. Although, Nwobodo served as a Governor for only four years, he left indelible footprints on the sands of time.“

“Nwobodo was a visionary leader whose foresight gave birth to the present Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Enugu; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka; Ebonyi State University, Abakiliki; Enugu State Broadcasting Service and Television (ESBS /TV), Enugu; Flour Mills, Enugu; Anambra Vegetable Oil Products (AVOP), Nachi; Ikenga Hotels, Nsukka, Ikenga Hotels, Awka, Nike Lake Resort, Enugu and several others too numerous to mention.“

“Chief Nwobodo is a man with a Midas touch; as a student at the University of Ibadan, Nwobodo was Secretary of the Students Union; in business, Nwobodo was a colossus; as the Chairman of Rangers International Football Club, Rangers was at its zenith; as a governor, he was exceptional; as a Minister of Youths and Sports, Nwobodo brought laurels; as a senator, he was a rallying point for the Igbos.“

“Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, led by Ambassador Professor George A Obiozor extols excellence and virtues wherever they are found as in Chief Jim Nwobodo. The Igbo recognize Nwobodo as a charismatic aggressive achiever, consensus-builder, change agent, compassionate spirit, trail blazer, harmonizer of alliances, mythical personality and a devout Christian votary.“

“Ohanaeze Ndigbo wishes Chief Nwobodo, many more active years in good health.“