About us
Ọgbakọ ndi Igbo na Lancashire was established to create a strong community of Igbo individuals in Lancashire, UK. We are a vibrant association that supports the Igbo diaspora through cultural events, projects, and initiatives aimed at fostering connections and preserving our cultural values. Together, we strengthen bonds and build a supportive network that enhances each member's sense of identity and belonging.
Copies of our Association's Constitution which was officially launched during our General Meeting on Saturday 31/12/22.
Our Mission and Goals
The aims of Ọgbakọ ndi Igbo na Lancashire reflect our dedication to both our members and our heritage:
Meet our Principal officers
members of the Executive Council
Chief Barr Ikenna Onyesi (Okpoko ora I na Lancashire) -
President
President
Prof. Dr. Romanus Chuks Okeke–
Vice President
Vice President
Dr. (Mrs) Ijeoma Ukonu -
Secretary General
Secretary General
Chief Emeka Kamalu -
Financial Secretary
Financial Secretary
Chief Ikechukwu Imoh - Treasurer
Chief Ugo Maduka (Igiligi I na Unubi) -
Welfare Officer
Welfare Officer
Chief Colins Emekaraonye - Provost
Chief Victor Ominyi - Information Officer
Mrs Chisom Anugwom -
Public Relations Officer
Public Relations Officer
Chief Eugene Okafor (Nwachinawaluzo I na Amawbia) -
Director of Socials
Director of Socials
members of the BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Chief Gregory Ohakaba (Agu ji Ugo I na Azia) -
BoT Chairman
BoT Chairman
Prof. Dr. Ernest Ezeani (Ebube Chukwu Uzo I na Awka-Etiti) - BoT Vice Chairman
Chief Barr Hilary Ogbu -
BoT Secretary
BoT Secretary
Chief Remijus Ekediegwu (Nkwa Chukwu Kwelu Zion I na Aguata) -
BoT Member
BoT Member
Dr. Jude Nwokeji -
BoT Member
BoT Member
Chief Francis Ojumobi -
BoT Member
BoT Member
Chief Chukwemeka Kalu -
BoT Member
BoT Member
Chief ThankGod Obinna Emenike -
BoT Member
BoT Member
Spiritual Directors
Rev. Fr. Samuel Ofia, MSP
-Spiritual Director
Rev. Fr. John-Mark Agulefo - Spiritual Director
Co-ordinators of the ladies group
Mrs Ifeoma Ezeani -
Chair - Ladies' Group
Chair - Ladies' Group
Mrs Onyinyechi Kamalu -
Vice Chair, Ladies' Group
Vice Chair, Ladies' Group
Mrs Chinonye Eneaji - Secretary, Ladies' Group
Mrs Mercy ND Anosike -
Co-ordinator - Ladies' Group
Co-ordinator - Ladies' Group
Mrs Ogechukwu Ezemenari -
Co-ordinator- Ladies' Group
Co-ordinator- Ladies' Group
Mrs Oluchi Ojigwe -
Co-ordinator - Ladies' Group
Co-ordinator - Ladies' Group