The Chief Executive Officer of Chisco Group of Companies, Chidi Anyaegbu, has rejected his nomination by an Igbo group to confer on him the title of M
The Chief Executive Officer of Chisco Group of Companies, Chidi Anyaegbu, has rejected his nomination by an Igbo group to confer on him the title of Mayor of Ndigbo in Lagos State.
United Igbo Elders Council Worldwide, a socio-cultural umbrella body of the Igbo Elders Council, which consists of elders and various leaders from South-East Nigeria and in the diaspora in September, nominated Anyaegbu to be inducted as its National Life Patron.
The group also announced that the induction would be followed by his investiture as Mayor of Ndigbo at an event billed to take place on 16 December at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos.
But Anyaegbu rejected the title saying that although he was grateful for being nominated for such a significant and important position, he has decided to step back from the opportunity after careful consideration.
“Recent developments have brought to light the politically charged nature of this position. While important, it does not align with my personal mission of fostering peace, collaboration and strengthening bonds,” he said.
The Anambra-born transport business mogul stressed that the decision was difficult and maintained that his respect for Ndigbo and the unity of Nigeria will remain steadfast.
“I deeply regret any inconvenience this unexpected withdrawal may have caused, particularly to my dear friends, esteemed traditional rulers, religious leaders, prominent business leaders, especially the diaspora community who have made significant travel arrangements to attend this event,” Anyaegbu added.
The Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, Allen Onyema was billed to chair the occasion, while the Obi of Onitsha, His Royal Highness, Nnaemeka Achebe, was listed as one of the royal fathers of the day.
The monarch however dissociated himself from the event stressing that he was never approached for such an occasion and did not consent to serve as a royal father of the day at the event. The traditional ruler said he did not understand the purpose of the event, and, therefore, would not want to be associated with it.
