Prof. Onyire Receives Akadire Obosi Title for Community Impact

On October 24, 2026, during the Iwaji/Obiora festival at the Obosi township stadium, HRM Igwe Chidubem Iweka (Eze Iweka III), the traditional ruler of Obosi kingdom and chairman of the Anambra State traditional rulers’ council, conferred the traditional chieftaincy title of Akadire Obosi on Prof. Nnamdi Benson Onyire. Prof. Onyire, a professor of medicine at the Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, was honored for his successful medical career, mentorship of younger colleagues, impactful research, philanthropic efforts, and leadership achievements.

He previously served as the first president of the Obosi Development Union (ODU), Enugu branch, and is currently the chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Obosi Village Square Whatsapp group. His life story of overcoming a deprived childhood serves as an inspiration to many.

Prior to this recognition, he had also received the title Akadire from HRM Eze John Nwosu of Isiokwu-Ihioma community in Imo State. Prof. Onyire expressed gratitude to Igwe Iweka for the honor.