Thursday, December 29, 2016, will continue to be talked about by residents of Okija town in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State.
This is because it was a day many powerful people in the society thronged the town for the 2016 edition of ‘Face of Okija’ Pageant.
Foremost traditional rulers, notable names, accomplished individuals and observers from different parts of the country graced the event.
Those present at the event included Anambra State Governor, His Excellency, Chief Willie Obiano, his deputy, Dr. Nkem Okeke, Mr. Oseloka Henry Obaze, Secretary to the Government of Anambra State, Professor Rich Umeh, Chief Pete Edochie, one of Africa’s most talented actors, Anayo Modestus Onyekwere (Kanayo O. Kanayo) and Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule (Okey Bakassi).
During the pageant, Chinasa Ezeamaka and Chukwudi Enukoha emerge as the new Queen and King of Face of Okija respectively.
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