It was culture at its best on Sunday at Idumuje-Ugboko, Aniocha north local government area of Delta state, where Ned Nwoko’s actress wife, Regina Daniels and her mother, Rita Daniels were conferred with the prestigious Enyi titles.
Regina got the title of ENYI UGEGBE ANIOMA, meaning The Mirror of Anioma, while her mother bagged the ENYI UGO ANIOMA title, meaning The Eagle of Anioma.
The leader of OTU ODU ENYI Anioma, Chief Theodora Giwa-Amu, while conferring the titles, said the group was exclusively for Anioma women of substance either by birth or marriage.
Chief Giwa-Amu described Ned Nwoko as an epitome of cultural influence, adding that his new wife and his mother-in-law were deserving of the honour considering their huge profiles.
She noted that the duo had earned their reputation, stressing that their induction would further consolidate their status in the society.
Speaking after taking the title, Regina Daniels, with her husband Ned by her side, said she was highly elated for the honour and recognition and promised to use the privilege to impact more on the society.
Nollywood actor and producer, Ejike Asiegbu, who led other actors and actresses to the event as a mark of solidarity with one of their own, described as awesome the rich cultural heritage exemplified by the ENYI title taking.
Ejike Asiegbu said it was exciting to have inducted Regina Daniels into womanhood by virtue of her new status as ENYI UGEGBE ANIOMA and congratulated her on the honour done her.
He used the occasion to thank Honourable Ned Nwoko for identifying fully with the Nollywood family.
The occasion was attended by persons from all walks of life, including politicians and traditional rulers.
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