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World Igbo Congress

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About WIC

The World Igbo Congress is “The global organization for the promotion and protection of the interests of Ndi-Igbo, at home, across Nigeria and in the diaspora.”

World Igbo Congress commends SouthEast Govs for "improving collaboration"

The recently-elected Chairman of the World Igbo Congress, Sir Festus Okere, is “commending the Governors of the Southeast of Nigeria, for their recent and improved spirit of collaboration towards the great development of the region.” The 5 Governors of the SouthEastern States are Dr. Alex Otti of Abia, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra, Barrister Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi, Dr. Peter Mbah of Enugu and Senator Hope Uzodinma of Imo.

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Mission

To unify Ndi-Igbo, especially in the diaspora.
To promote, protect, and advance Igbo interests, culture, heritage, and civilization.
To promote the progress and development of Ala-Igbo.
To promote the advancement and welfare of Ndi-Igbo.
To promote and cultivate political awareness and civic responsibility among Ndi-Igbo.
To promote harmony and peaceful co-existence with other ethnic groups.

Founding

The World Igbo Congress was established in 1994, in Houston, Texas. Dr. J.O.S Okeke was chosen as the founding Chairman, and the late Dr. Kemnagum Ken Okorie became the founding Secretary-General of the WIC. The organization has continued to elect its top leadership.

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As the leading international organization representing the interests of the Igbo people, the World Igbo Congress stands at the forefront of uniting Ndi-Igbo worldwide and influencing positive change through advocacy, community engagement, and cultural preservation.

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WIC mourns Jackson Lee for championing “causes that uplifted the marginalized”

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World Igbo Congress (WIC) Urges the Nigerian Supreme Court to Order the Unconditional Release of

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World Igbo Congress commends SouthEast Govs for “improving collaboration”

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